Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

SUNNY AVENUE, WF9 1DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SUNNY AVENUE, WF9 1DJ.

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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 1DJ 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

With 42% social renting, WF9 1DJ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. 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 1DJ is a safe, established residential area on Sunny Avenue, 0.7km 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 1DJ is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.

Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1DJ 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 1DJ. 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

Detached

£ 235,000

3 sales · Mean £ 218,333

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

WF9 1DJ has low crime rates — 35 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 offences46
Anti-social behaviour13
Other theft11
Drugs9
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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Upton Primary School

Good459 pupils0.9 km
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Minsthorpe Community College

Good1588 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Upton Arms0.3 km
  • Harewood And Upton Recreation Club0.9 km
  • United Services Wmc0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • China Town0.3 km
  • Chinos Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Pizza Milano0.3 km
  • Chino's Pizzas0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Cafe0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • High Street Stores0.3 km
  • Upton Premier Express @ Upton Post Office0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Elmsall2.1 km
  • Moorthorpe2.4 km
  • Fitzwilliam6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Common Lane Sunny Ave0.0 km
  • Grosvenor Avenue0.1 km
  • Thistle Drive0.2 km
  • Common Lane Thistle Dr0.2 km
  • Rose Ave Sunny Avenue0.2 km