WF2 9LH is a mixed residential area on Flanshaw Grove, 0.4km from Flanshaw in Wakefield. Administratively it sits within Wakefield North ward and the Wakefield constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WF2 9LH is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 74 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £128k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WF2 9LH are sourced from Output Area E00060116 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FLANSHAW GROVE, WF2 9LH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FLANSHAW GROVE, WF2 9LH.
258
41
£ 39,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF2 9LH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
WF2 9LH has a significant social housing presence — 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 41-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF2 9LH. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 126,000
9 sales · Mean £ 124,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF2 9LH is moderate at 74 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Michael's CofE Academy
Wakefield Flanshaw Junior and Infant School
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
Alverthorpe St Paul's CofE (VA) School 3-11yrs
Wakefield Lawefield Primary School
Wakefield Snapethorpe Primary School
Evolve Academy
Trinity Academy Cathedral
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Dattani Brothers1.0 km
- Dokrat News0.7 km
- Premier Stores1.0 km
- Sainsbury's at Jacksons0.7 km
- Umer Halal1.0 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Balne Lane Wmc1.0 km
- Red Lion0.6 km
- Scarborough Arms0.7 km
- Alverthorpe Working Mens Club0.4 km
- The Eagle0.4 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- McDonalds Restaurant0.9 km
- Supasnax0.9 km
- Wakefield Elim Community Church0.7 km
- Jubilee Hall0.9 km
- Deja Brew0.6 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Morrisons0.9 km
- Aldi0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- ASDA (4506)0.9 km
- Poundstretcher0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Baxy Fish Bar0.7 km
- Darnley Fisheries0.7 km
- Kasim's0.7 km
- Papa Dinas0.7 km
- Sandwich Station0.7 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wakefield Westgate1.5 km
- Wakefield2.4 km
- Wakefield Kirkgate2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Flanshaw Road Thirlmere Rd0.1 km
- Flanshaw Hotel0.1 km
- Flanshaw Road Thirlmere Rd0.1 km
- Flanshaw Hotel0.2 km
- Flanshaw Lane Oakwood Ave0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF29LH · Data under Open Government Licence