Knottingley ward is located in the eastern part of Wakefield, near the border with North Yorkshire. The area is situated along the River Aire, which has historically played a key role in its development. Knottingley was once a significant inland port and industrial hub, with connections to coal mining, glass manufacturing, and barge building. The ward includes the town of Knottingley itself, along with smaller settlements like Ferrybridge and Darrington.
The area features a mix of residential, industrial, and green spaces, with several parks and riverside walks. Key landmarks include Knottingley Town Hall and the nearby Ferrybridge Power Station, which has been a prominent feature of the local landscape. Transport links include the A1(M) motorway and rail connections via Knottingley Station. The ward has a strong sense of community, with local events and traditions reflecting its industrial heritage.
On average Knottingley has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 163 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Knottingley is £32,274 per year. There are 7 schools in Knottingley: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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Pineberry Way
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Ashcombe Drive
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Eastfield Avenue
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Ferrybridge & West Knottingley
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Ferrybridge & West Knottingley
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Ashtree Way
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Grenley Street
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Knottingley
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Fernley Green Close
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Cleveland Avenue
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Knottingley
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Ferrybridge & West Knottingley
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Fishergate
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The Square
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West Ings Close
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Stranglands Lane
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Broomhill Avenue
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Broomhill Close
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Cattlelaith Lane
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The Ridgeway
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Fishergate
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Grenley Street
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East View
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Springfields
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Ferrybridge Road
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Vale Crescent
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Vale Head Mount
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Argyle Road
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Houghton Avenue
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Chariot Place
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Fryston Lane
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Pontefract Road
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Bridge Lane
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Bridge Lane
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Knottingley
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Longwoods Walk
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Grange Close
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Fisher Street
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Oakwood Close
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Gordon Terrace
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Broomhill Drive
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Ferrybridge & West Knottingley
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Hazel Road
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Racca Green
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Stocking Lane
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Ferrybridge Road
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Ferrybridge By-Pass
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Castleford Lane
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Arncliffe Drive
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Castleford Lane
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Pontefract Road
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Banks Lane
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Heys Close
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Willow Road
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Redwood Way
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Knottingley Road
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Knottingley
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Spurrier's Avenue
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Hammond Road
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Simpsons Lane
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Blossom Court
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Middle Lane
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Plowes Way
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Fishergate
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Chariot Place
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Eastfield Road
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Hill Top
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Knottingley
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Ferrybridge Road
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Vale Avenue
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Houghton Avenue
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West Ings Crescent
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Plowes Way
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Broomhill Avenue
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Spawd Bone Lane
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Ingram Crescent
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Knottingley
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Cattlelaith Lane
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Kershaw Lane
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Rockwood Close
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Brotherton Court
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Malvern Road
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Forge Hill Lane
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Middle Lane
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Longwoods Walk
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The Island
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The Nurseries
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Sowgate Lane
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Middle Lane
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Poulson Mews
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Headlands Lane
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Northfield Avenue
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Southfield Road
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Ferrybridge & West Knottingley
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Ferrybridge & West Knottingley
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Hill Top
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Station Road
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Argyle Road
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Castleford Lane
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Kirkhaw Lane