Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

SECOND AVENUE, WF9 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SECOND AVENUE, WF9 1BW.

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

324

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 39,600 /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: WF9 1BW 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WF9 1BW — age 44, 84% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £130k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

WF9 1BW is a safe, established residential area on Second Avenue, 0.3km from Hill Estate in Upton (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00059820 (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 1BW. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 130,000

3 sales · Mean £ 128,333

Terraced

£ 118,000

1 sales · Mean £ 118,000

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

WF9 1BW has low crime rates — 37 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 offences49
Anti-social behaviour17
Criminal damage and arson10
Other theft8
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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Upton Primary School

Good459 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • High Street Stores0.4 km
  • Food Bank @0.7 km
  • Upton Premier Express @ Upton Post Office0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Harewood And Upton Recreation Club0.6 km
  • The Upton Arms0.4 km
  • The Gantry0.7 km
  • United Services Wmc0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Cafe0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Cooperative0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Chinos Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Upton Pavillion Cafe0.7 km
  • Chino's Pizzas0.4 km
  • Pizza Milano0.4 km
  • China Town0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Elmsall2.4 km
  • Moorthorpe2.8 km
  • Fitzwilliam6.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Field Ln Second Avenue0.1 km
  • Field Ln Second Avenue0.1 km
  • Field Lane East Ave0.1 km
  • Field Lane East Ave0.2 km
  • Field Ln Quarry Lane0.2 km