Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

WF11 0BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WF11 0BY.

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Population

327

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 33,000 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WF11 0BY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

With 43% social renting, WF11 0BY is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 39-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF11 0BY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Cow Lane Bridge in Knottingley. Administratively it sits within Knottingley ward and the Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WF11 0BY is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00059565 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF11 0BY. The average age is 39.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around WF11 0BY is moderate at 70 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences88
Criminal damage and arson14
Public order13
Shoplifting13
Anti-social behaviour12

school Local Schools

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De Lacy Academy

Outstanding771 pupils0.0 km
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England Lane Academy

Good209 pupils0.2 km
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St Botolphs CE Academy

Requires Improvement324 pupils0.6 km
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The Vale Primary Academy

Outstanding244 pupils1.3 km
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Simpson's Lane Academy

Good364 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Crafted Creations0.7 km
  • Racca Green Convenience & News Store0.5 km
  • The Steam Packet Inn0.5 km
  • Community Shop0.8 km
  • Londis, Knottingley Post Office1.0 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Foundry Lane Club and Institute0.6 km
  • Knottingley Club0.7 km
  • Rockware Sports And Social Club0.3 km
  • Winston Hotel0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Church Cafe @ Knottingley Community Church0.6 km
  • Great Affordable Food Services Ltd0.6 km
  • Knottingley RUFC0.9 km
  • Lees Lunchbox0.3 km
  • Racca Green Fisheries / Cafe0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Morrisons0.7 km
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Sainsburys Local0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Hong Kong Express0.5 km
  • Ibby's Limited0.5 km
  • Khan's Balti & Pizza Bar1.0 km
  • Lucky House0.7 km
  • Lucky Star1.0 km
  • + 11 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knottingley1.1 km
  • Pontefract Monkhill4.2 km
  • Pontefract Baghill4.3 km

Bus Stops

  • De Lacy Academy0.1 km
  • Spawd Bone Lane High School0.1 km
  • Middle Lane0.2 km
  • Middle Lane0.2 km
  • England Lane Level Crossing0.2 km