WF11 0BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Knottingley in Knottingley. Administratively it sits within Knottingley ward and the Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WF11 0BQ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 31% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 107 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00059527 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WF11 0BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WF11 0BQ.
344
36
£ 33,000 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF11 0BQ 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
WF11 0BQ is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF11 0BQ. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF11 0BQ is above average at 107 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
England Lane Academy
De Lacy Academy
St Botolphs CE Academy
The Vale Primary Academy
Simpson's Lane Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Crafted Creations0.8 km
- Racca Green Convenience & News Store0.7 km
- The Steam Packet Inn0.7 km
- Community Shop0.4 km
- Londis, Knottingley Post Office0.5 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Foundry Lane Club and Institute0.8 km
- Knottingley Club0.4 km
- Rockware Sports And Social Club0.4 km
- The Railway Hotel0.8 km
- Winston Hotel0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Church Cafe @ Knottingley Community Church0.7 km
- Great Affordable Food Services Ltd0.9 km
- Lees Lunchbox0.3 km
- Racca Green Fisheries / Cafe0.7 km
- Red Relish0.5 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrisons0.2 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Sainsburys Local0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Hong Kong Express0.7 km
- Ibby's Limited0.7 km
- Khan's Balti & Pizza Bar0.5 km
- Lucky House0.9 km
- Lucky Star0.6 km
- + 13 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Knottingley0.7 km
- Pontefract Monkhill3.8 km
- Pontefract Baghill4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Northfield Avenue0.1 km
- Northfield Avenue0.1 km
- Holyrood House0.1 km
- Holyrood House0.1 km
- The Ridgeway Spawd Bone Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF110BQ · Data under Open Government Licence