Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

PLUMPTON ROAD, WF2 9QX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLUMPTON ROAD, WF2 9QX.

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Population

869

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 41,700 /yr

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Employed

19%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF2 9QX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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4/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 45, WF2 9QX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

WF2 9QX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Plumpton Road, 0.1km from Brooks Bank in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wakefield North ward and the Wakefield constituency.

For families considering a move, WF2 9QX represents many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. By day, the area transitions to a business parks character: manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 78 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £70k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WF2 9QX are sourced from Output Area E00179981 (shared with 6 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 WF2 9QX. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British76.4%
Asian / British Asian15.4%
Black / African / Caribbean4.6%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

19%Active
FT: 9%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 80,000

2 sales · Mean £ 80,000

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

Crime around WF2 9QX is moderate at 78 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences220
Public order39
Anti-social behaviour30
Other theft29
Shoplifting28

school Local Schools

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Wakefield Lawefield Primary School

Good440 pupils0.3 km
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Wakefield St Johns Church of England Voluntary Aided Junior and Infant School

Good206 pupils1.1 km
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Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School

Good397 pupils1.1 km
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St Michael's CofE Academy

Good479 pupils1.1 km
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Trinity Academy Cathedral

Outstanding1005 pupils1.2 km
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English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Requires Improvement216 pupils1.4 km
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The Mount Junior Infant & Nursery School

Good230 pupils1.4 km
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St Austin's Catholic Primary School

Good311 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

42 nearby
  • Lupset Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Morrisons Petrol Filling Station1.0 km
  • Thirlmere Stores0.9 km
  • Admiral0.8 km
  • Freddies Stores0.8 km
  • + 37 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

56 nearby
  • RS Butties0.9 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Thai & Pie Cafe0.5 km
  • Pizza Piazzo0.2 km
  • Munshis0.4 km
  • + 51 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

54 nearby
  • Shooters1.0 km
  • The Blind Pig0.9 km
  • The Raven Public House1.0 km
  • Black Horse0.5 km
  • Old Print Works0.5 km
  • + 49 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

77 nearby
  • 19 Brew Avenue0.9 km
  • Cafe 46 Lounge0.9 km
  • Cathedral Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • Delphi0.9 km
  • + 72 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Poundland1.0 km
  • Continental Food Store0.5 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • ASDA (4506)0.4 km
  • Poundstretcher0.4 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Bank House Hotel0.6 km
  • Holiday Inn Express0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wakefield Westgate0.3 km
  • Wakefield1.3 km
  • Wakefield Kirkgate1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Plumpton Road Plumpton Pl0.0 km
  • Plumpton Road Plumpton Pl0.0 km
  • Victoria Ave Henry Street0.1 km
  • Victoria Ave Henry Street0.2 km
  • Westgate End0.2 km