WF9 1DP is a safe, established residential area on Rose Avenue, 0.8km 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 1DP represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £142k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 53.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00059822 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROSE AVENUE, WF9 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROSE AVENUE, WF9 1DP.
590
37
£ 39,600 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
WF9 1DP is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 53.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF9 1DP. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 137,500
14 sales · Mean £ 131,656
Terraced
£ 140,000
1 sales · Mean £ 140,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WF9 1DP has low crime rates — 34 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.
school Local Schools
Upton Primary School
Minsthorpe Community College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Upton Arms0.5 km
- United Services Wmc0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- China Town0.5 km
- Chinos Fish Bar0.5 km
- Pizza Milano0.5 km
- Chino's Pizzas0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- High Street Stores0.5 km
- Upton Premier Express @ Upton Post Office0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- South Elmsall2.3 km
- Moorthorpe2.5 km
- Fitzwilliam5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Rose Estate0.1 km
- Common Lane Thistle Dr0.2 km
- Thistle Drive0.2 km
- Common Lane Sunny Ave0.3 km
- Rose Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WF91DP · Data under Open Government Licence