Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

WF9 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WF9 1BS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

180

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 39,600 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF9 1BS 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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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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Area Character

WF9 1BS has a significant social housing presence — 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

WF9 1BS is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Hill Estate in Upton (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WF9 1BS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00059819 (shared with 4 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 1BS. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

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

WF9 1BS has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences54
Anti-social behaviour21
Other theft11
Criminal damage and arson10
Vehicle crime10

school Local Schools

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Upton Primary School

Good459 pupils0.7 km
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Minsthorpe Community College

Good1588 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Food Bank @0.8 km
  • High Street Stores0.2 km
  • Upton Premier Express @ Upton Post Office0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Upton Arms0.2 km
  • The Gantry0.8 km
  • Harewood And Upton Recreation Club0.7 km
  • United Services Wmc0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • China Town0.2 km
  • Chinos Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Upton Pavillion Cafe0.8 km
  • Pizza Milano0.2 km
  • Chino's Pizzas0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Cafe0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Cooperative0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Elmsall2.2 km
  • Moorthorpe2.7 km
  • Fitzwilliam6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Field Lane East Ave0.0 km
  • Field Lane East Ave0.0 km
  • East Avenue0.1 km
  • East Avenue Rose Ave0.1 km
  • Field Ln Second Avenue0.1 km