Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

A1 BUSINESS PARK, WF11 0BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for A1 BUSINESS PARK, WF11 0BU.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 31,600 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF11 0BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

WF11 0BU is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

WF11 0BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on A1 Business Park, 1.1km from Stumpcross in Holmfield. Administratively it sits within Knottingley ward and the Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WF11 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00059554 (shared with 9 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 0BU. The average age is 36.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

WF11 0BU has low crime rates — 42 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.

Vehicle crime21
Anti-social behaviour18
Other theft12
Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Simpson's Lane Academy

Good364 pupils0.8 km
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Willow Green Academy

Good241 pupils0.9 km
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The Vale Primary Academy

Outstanding244 pupils1.1 km
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Orchard Head Junior and Infant and Nursery School

Good354 pupils1.5 km
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Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Good200 pupils1.6 km
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Cherry Tree Academy

Requires Improvement302 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Formula Supplements within Formula Fitness0.4 km
  • Nisa1.0 km
  • Ferrybridge News And Booze0.9 km
  • Tierna Trading Ltd0.4 km
  • Pret0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Travelodge0.8 km
  • The Hawthornes Guest house0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • The Hawthornes Tearooms0.4 km
  • The Community Cafe0.9 km
  • Burger King0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Railway Hotel1.0 km
  • The Turnpike0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Greggs0.8 km
  • KFC0.8 km
  • Pizza Dome/Tandoori Mahal1.0 km
  • Ferrybridge Fisheries1.0 km
  • Ok Bakery1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Knottingley1.0 km
  • Pontefract Monkhill2.1 km
  • Pontefract Baghill2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Knottingley Rd Shillinghill Lane0.2 km
  • Knottingley Rd Shillinghill Lane0.2 km
  • Pontefract Rd Spurriers Avenue0.5 km
  • Knottingley Rd Lower Taythes Lane0.5 km