Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

FIELD LANE, WF9 1DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIELD LANE, WF9 1DD.

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

324

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 39,600 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF9 1DD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

WF9 1DD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 23.0% year-on-year.

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

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

For families considering a move, WF9 1DD represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £169k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 23.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1DD are sourced from Output Area E00059820 (shared with 9 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 1DD. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 169,500

2 sales · Mean £ 169,500

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

WF9 1DD 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 offences53
Anti-social behaviour19
Other theft11
Criminal damage and arson10
Drugs8

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 Stores0.3 km
  • Upton Premier Express @ Upton Post Office0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Upton Arms0.3 km
  • The Gantry0.8 km
  • Harewood And Upton Recreation Club0.7 km
  • United Services Wmc0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • China Town0.3 km
  • Chinos Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Upton Pavillion Cafe0.8 km
  • Pizza Milano0.3 km
  • Chino's Pizzas0.3 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 Elmsall2.3 km
  • Moorthorpe2.7 km
  • Fitzwilliam6.2 km

Bus Stops

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