Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

GROSVENOR AVENUE, WF9 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GROSVENOR AVENUE, WF9 1DQ.

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Population

344

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 39,600 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WF9 1DQ 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.

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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WF9 1DQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 73% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 29.1% year-on-year.

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

WF9 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Grosvenor Avenue, 0.6km from North Elmsall in Upton (Wakefield). Administratively it sits within Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

For families considering a move, WF9 1DQ represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £236k, up 29.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00059818 (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 1DQ. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 31%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 160,000

13 sales · Mean £ 184,517

Detached

£ 152,000

3 sales · Mean £ 207,833

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

WF9 1DQ has low crime rates — 33 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 offences42
Anti-social behaviour13
Other theft9
Drugs8
Vehicle crime8

school Local Schools

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Upton Primary School

Good459 pupils1.0 km
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Minsthorpe Community College

Good1588 pupils1.1 km
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Ash Grove Primary Academy

Inadequate299 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Upton Arms0.3 km
  • Harewood And Upton Recreation Club1.0 km
  • United Services Wmc0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • China Town0.3 km
  • Chinos Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Pizza Milano0.3 km
  • Chino's Pizzas0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Cafe1.0 km
  • Atalian Servest Food Company @0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • High Street Stores0.3 km
  • Upton Premier Express @ Upton Post Office0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Elmsall1.9 km
  • Moorthorpe2.3 km
  • Fitzwilliam6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Grosvenor Avenue0.1 km
  • New Lane0.1 km
  • Common Lane Sunny Ave0.1 km
  • New Lane Portland Place0.1 km
  • New Lane Doncaster Rd0.2 km