Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

HUNTSMANS WAY, WF9 1BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HUNTSMANS WAY, WF9 1BE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

313

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF9 1BE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WF9 1BE — age 47, 90% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £405k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 20.2% year-on-year.

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

WF9 1BE is a sought-after residential area on Huntsmans Way, 0.2km from Badsworth in Badsworth. Administratively it sits within Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

For serious buyers, WF9 1BE is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £405k, down 20.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00059779 (shared with 17 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 WF9 1BE. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 333,000

13 sales · Mean £ 356,534

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

WF9 1BE has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

Good194 pupils0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Moorthorpe3.7 km
  • South Elmsall3.8 km
  • Fitzwilliam4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • New Rd Back Lane0.1 km
  • New Rd Back Lane0.2 km
  • Badsworth Church0.2 km
  • Badsworth Church0.3 km