ROSE AVENUE, WF9 1DR House Prices & Local Information

WF9 1DR is a safe, established residential area on Rose Avenue, 0.7km 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 diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £124k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WF9 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00059822 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.