Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

THE POPLARS, WF11 0DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE POPLARS, WF11 0DE.

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Population

264

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 33,000 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

WF11 0DE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 6.2% year-on-year.

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

WF11 0DE is a safe, established residential area on The Poplars, 0.5km from Broomhill in Knottingley. Administratively it sits within Knottingley ward and the Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford constituency.

For families considering a move, WF11 0DE represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £186k, down 6.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF11 0DE are sourced from Output Area E00059533 (shared with 2 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 0DE. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 168,125

20 sales · Mean £ 172,134

Semi-Detached

£ 130,000

15 sales · Mean £ 140,533

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

WF11 0DE has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences35
Anti-social behaviour10
Vehicle crime8
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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De Lacy Academy

Outstanding771 pupils0.7 km
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England Lane Academy

Good209 pupils0.9 km
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St Botolphs CE Academy

Requires Improvement324 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Racca Green Convenience & News Store0.9 km
  • The Steam Packet Inn0.9 km
  • Broomhill Stores0.4 km
  • Premier Stores1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Foundry Lane Club and Institute1.0 km
  • Rockware Sports And Social Club0.9 km
  • Winston Hotel0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Great Affordable Food Services Ltd0.9 km
  • Lees Lunchbox0.9 km
  • Racca Green Fisheries / Cafe0.9 km
  • Knottla Munch Box1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Hong Kong Express0.9 km
  • Ibby's Limited0.9 km
  • Pizza Time0.9 km
  • Taste of China0.5 km
  • Temptations0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsburys Local0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knottingley1.8 km
  • Pontefract Monkhill4.6 km
  • Pontefract Baghill4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Womersley Road Cemetery0.2 km
  • Womersley Road Cemetery0.2 km
  • Womersley Road Downland Cres0.3 km
  • Womersley Road Downland Cres0.3 km
  • Broomhill Avenue Broomhill Walk0.4 km