WF11 0BP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Knottingley Road, 1.0km from Ferrybridge Hill in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Knottingley ward and the Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford constituency.
For families considering a move, WF11 0BP represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 94% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WF11 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00059531 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KNOTTINGLEY ROAD, WF11 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNOTTINGLEY ROAD, WF11 0BP.
299
50
£ 31,600 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF11 0BP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates WF11 0BP — age 50, 94% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF11 0BP. The average age is 50.0. 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: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF11 0BP has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Simpson's Lane Academy
Willow Green Academy
The Vale Primary Academy
Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Cherry Tree Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Formula Supplements within Formula Fitness0.3 km
- Nisa0.8 km
- Ferrybridge News And Booze1.0 km
- Tierna Trading Ltd0.4 km
- Pret0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.7 km
- The Hawthornes Guest house0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- The Hawthornes Tearooms0.4 km
- The Community Cafe0.8 km
- Burger King0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Railway Hotel0.9 km
- The Turnpike0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Greggs0.7 km
- KFC0.7 km
- Pizza Dome/Tandoori Mahal0.8 km
- Ok Bakery0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knottingley1.0 km
- Pontefract Monkhill2.2 km
- Pontefract Baghill2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Knottingley Rd Shillinghill Lane0.1 km
- Knottingley Rd Shillinghill Lane0.2 km
- Pontefract Rd Spurriers Avenue0.4 km
- Pontefract Rd Spurriers Avenue0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WF110BP · Data under Open Government Licence