Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

GROVE LANE, WF9 1AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROVE LANE, WF9 1AN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

386

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF9 1AN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WF9 1AN combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£550k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £550k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

WF9 1AN is a sought-after residential area on Grove Lane, 0.2km from Badsworth in Badsworth. Administratively it sits within Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WF9, WF9 1AN offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £550k.

Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00059780 (shared with 18 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 1AN. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%
Asian / British Asian2.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 550,000

6 sales · Mean £ 569,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

WF9 1AN has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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Badsworth Church of England Voluntary Controlled Junior and Infant School

Good194 pupils0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Moorthorpe4.1 km
  • South Elmsall4.2 km
  • Fitzwilliam4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • New Rd Back Lane0.2 km
  • New Rd Back Lane0.2 km
  • Badsworth Church0.4 km
  • Badsworth Church0.5 km