Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

S72 9DZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S72 9DZ.

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

395

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 34,400 /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: 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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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. S72 9DZ spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

S72 9DZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Hiendley, Upper in South Hiendley. Administratively it sits within Hemsworth ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

For families considering a move, S72 9DZ represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for S72 9DZ are sourced from Output Area E00059467 (shared with 22 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 S72 9DZ. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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

S72 9DZ has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour9
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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South Hiendley Primary School

Good204 pupils0.2 km
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Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green

Good220 pupils1.1 km
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Ryhill Junior, Infant and Nursery School

Good242 pupils1.5 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Recreation Club0.3 km
  • Sun Inn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Fitzwilliam2.9 km
  • Moorthorpe6.8 km
  • Streethouse7.0 km

Bus Stops

  • George St Tun Lane0.1 km
  • George St Tun Lane0.2 km
  • Brier Lane High Well Hill Ln0.3 km
  • Brier Lane High Well Hill Ln0.3 km
  • Fox Inn George Street0.4 km