Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

COMMON LANE, WF9 1DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMMON LANE, WF9 1DE.

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

314

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 39,600 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF9 1DE 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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Area Character

With 42% social renting, WF9 1DE is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

WF9 1DE is a safe, established residential area on Common Lane, 0.6km from Hill Estate in Upton (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WF9 1DE is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 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 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00059823 (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 1DE. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 141,000

2 sales · Mean £ 141,000

Terraced

£ 144,000

1 sales · Mean £ 144,000

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

WF9 1DE has low crime rates — 36 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 offences47
Anti-social behaviour16
Other theft11
Vehicle crime10
Drugs9

school Local Schools

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Upton Primary School

Good459 pupils0.8 km
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Minsthorpe Community College

Good1588 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Upton Arms0.2 km
  • The Gantry1.0 km
  • Harewood And Upton Recreation Club0.8 km
  • United Services Wmc0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • China Town0.2 km
  • Chinos Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Pizza Milano0.2 km
  • Chino's Pizzas0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Cafe0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • High Street Stores0.2 km
  • Upton Premier Express @ Upton Post Office0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Elmsall2.1 km
  • Moorthorpe2.4 km
  • Fitzwilliam6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Grosvenor Avenue0.1 km
  • Common Lane Sunny Ave0.1 km
  • New Lane Portland Place0.1 km
  • East Avenue Rose Ave0.1 km
  • East Avenue0.1 km