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Knottingley

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Wakefield / Knottingley

About

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.

Area overview

On average Knottingley has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 161 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Knottingley is £32,271 per year. There are 7 schools in Knottingley: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
161
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
27.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Knottingley Population
14,251
Population density
1,143.7 per km²

Demographics

British
13,340
93.59%
Other White
454
3.19%
African
78
0.55%
White and Asian (mixed)
40
0.28%
Other
40
0.28%
Total population: 14,253

Housing

Owns outright
1,857
29.31%
Owns with a mortgage
1,773
27.99%
Social rents from council
1,427
22.53%
Private landlord or letting agency
687
10.84%
Other social rented
451
7.12%
Total households: 6,335

Property prices in Knottingley

Based on 166 recent sales, the median property price is £177,250 in Knottingley area, with individual transactions ranging from £39,995 up to £377,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£218,495
Flats4£65,000
Semi-Detached100£180,000
Terraced41£150,000

10 years price trend in Knottingley

All postcodes in Knottingley

WF118DY

Fernley Green Close

WF118EN

Cleveland Avenue

WF118HW

Knottingley

WF118NL

Ferrybridge & West Knottingley

WF118NQ

Fishergate

WF118PQ

The Square

WF119AS

West Ings Close
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.