WF11 0BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Plowes Way, 0.9km from Cattlelaith in Knottingley. Administratively it sits within Knottingley ward and the Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford constituency.
For families considering a move, WF11 0BD represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 98% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (59% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 85 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £185k, up 37.5% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WF11 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00180068 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PLOWES WAY, WF11 0BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLOWES WAY, WF11 0BD.
493
29
£ 31,600 /yr
72%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WF11 0BD is a young, economically active community — 72% of working-age residents are in employment and the average age is just 29, signalling strong graduate retention. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street. Property prices are trending up 37.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF11 0BD. The average age is 29.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Characterized by young property owners. A vibrant neighborhood where early-career professionals are getting on the housing ladder.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 167,500
22 sales · Mean £ 169,895
Semi-Detached
£ 125,000
11 sales · Mean £ 142,157
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF11 0BD is moderate at 85 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Simpson's Lane Academy
The Vale Primary Academy
England Lane Academy
Willow Green Academy
De Lacy Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Red Relish1.0 km
- Ruchee Restaurant1.0 km
- Sodexo0.8 km
- The Community Cafe0.3 km
- The Dishy Fish1.0 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Khan's Balti & Pizza Bar1.0 km
- Pizza Dome/Tandoori Mahal0.4 km
- Greggs0.5 km
- KFC0.5 km
- Ok Bakery0.4 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Londis, Knottingley Post Office1.0 km
- Nisa0.4 km
- Pret0.5 km
- Tierna Trading Ltd0.4 km
- Formula Supplements within Formula Fitness0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Railway Hotel0.7 km
- The Turnpike0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Hawthornes Guest house0.6 km
- Travelodge0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knottingley0.7 km
- Pontefract Monkhill2.7 km
- Pontefract Baghill2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Ferrybridge Service Station0.4 km
- Poplar Grove0.4 km
- Pontefract Rd Spurriers Avenue0.4 km
- Poplar Grove0.4 km
- Kershaw Lane0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WF110BD · Data under Open Government Licence