Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

ROWLANDS AVENUE, WF9 1DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROWLANDS AVENUE, WF9 1DG.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 39,600 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF9 1DG 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. 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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8/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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Area Character

WF9 1DG has a significant social housing presence — 42% 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. Property prices are trending up 20.2% year-on-year.

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

WF9 1DG is a safe, established residential area on Rowlands Avenue, 0.6km 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 1DG is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. 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. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £201k, up 20.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00059823 (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 1DG. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 201,500

2 sales · Mean £ 201,500

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

WF9 1DG has low crime rates — 38 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 offences47
Anti-social behaviour18
Other theft11
Criminal damage and arson10
Vehicle crime10

school Local Schools

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Upton Primary School

Good459 pupils0.8 km
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Minsthorpe Community College

Good1588 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Food Bank @1.0 km
  • High Street Stores0.2 km
  • Upton Premier Express @ Upton Post Office0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Upton Arms0.2 km
  • The Gantry0.9 km
  • Harewood And Upton Recreation Club0.8 km
  • United Services Wmc0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • China Town0.2 km
  • Chinos Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Upton Pavillion Cafe1.0 km
  • Pizza Milano0.2 km
  • Chino's Pizzas0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Cafe0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Elmsall2.1 km
  • Moorthorpe2.5 km
  • Fitzwilliam6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • East Avenue Rose Ave0.1 km
  • East Avenue0.1 km
  • Grosvenor Avenue0.1 km
  • Common Lane Sunny Ave0.1 km
  • New Lane Portland Place0.1 km