WF12 8LY Postcode Area
Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the WF12 8LY postcode area in Wakefield.
We've got loads of statistics for WF12 8LY, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.
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What social class do the population of WF12 8LY belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is WF12 8LY in Wakefield, how professionally qualified are the community, and how many hours a week do they work? All this, and more information and demographic statistics about WF12 8LY from the Census 2011.
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People and Demographics
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Demographics
An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in WF12 8LY, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.
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Crime Rates
Police crime stats - see how safe it is around WF12 8LY, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?
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Constituency
Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.
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Local Issues
In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around WF12 8LY reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.
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Sunrise/Sunset
Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area WF128LY. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!
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Job Vacancies
Looking for job vacancies in the WF12 8LY area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.
Travel & Transport
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Travel
Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to WF12 8LY.
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Traffic Reports
Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.
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Taxi Firms
Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the WF12 8LY area.
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Car Parks
Locate the nearest car parks near WF12 8LY, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Leisure & Outdoor Facilities
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Events
From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around WF12 8LY.
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Attractions
Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near WF12 8LY, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.
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Hotels
Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area WF12 8LY.
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Tourist Information
Locate the nearest car parks near WF12 8LY, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Local Amenities
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Banks
Find the nearest bank or building society in WF12 8LY. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.
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Cash Machines
Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the WF12 8LY postcode area that dispense money.
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Schools
The nearest schools in the WF12 8LY area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.
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Shopping Centres
Shop until you drop at a retail park or shopping centre near here. There's nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy.
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Police Stations
Report a crime or make an enquiry at your local police station or constabulary in your area. Phone 101 in a non-emergency.
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Emergency Facilities
A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near WF12 8LY.
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Post Offices
Whether you want to send a letter, make a Post Office transaction or pop a letter in the local postbox, we've got you covered.
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Libraries
A useful list of lending libraries located in and around WF12 8LY. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.
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WF128LY Postcode Breakdown
WFAREA | 12DISTRICT | 8SECTOR | LYUNIT |
Full Postcode | WF12 8LY |
Latitude/Longitude | , |
Postal Town | Wakefield |
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County | West Yorkshire |
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Country | England |
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Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
WF128LY Postal District
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WF12 8LY postcode is located in the postal town of Wakefield. Wakefield postal area may cover a large geographical region that may correspond to several postal districts, which may include many towns and/or villages. Use the map to determine the geographical location of the postcode WF12 8LY.
Batley | 1.2 miles NW |
Dewsbury | 1.2 miles NW |
Ossett | 2 miles E |
Heckmondwike | 2.7 miles W |
Mirfield | 3.4 miles W |
Morley | 3.5 miles N |
Birstall | 3.8 miles NW |
Robert Town | 3.9 miles W |
Liversedge | 4 miles W |
Emley | 4.8 miles S |
Robin Hood | 5 miles NE |
Bretton | 5 miles SE |
Flockton | 5 miles SW |
Cleckheaton | 5.1 miles W |
Wakefield | 5.1 miles E |
London | 164 miles SE |
Glasgow | 180 miles NW |
Edinburgh | 168 miles NW |
Cardiff | 166 miles SW |
Liverpool | 60 miles W |
Southampton | 193 miles S |
Saint Ives | 197 miles S |
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