WF9 2TR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hyman Walk, 0.3km from Minsthorpe in South Elmsall. Administratively it sits within Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton ward and the Hemsworth constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WF9 2TR is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WF9 2TR are sourced from Output Area E00059786 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HYMAN WALK, WF9 2TR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HYMAN WALK, WF9 2TR.
238
40
£ 32,500 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WF9 2TR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 45% of tenure in WF9 2TR — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 40-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF9 2TR. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 120,000
3 sales · Mean £ 105,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WF9 2TR is moderate at 56 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.
school Local Schools
Ash Grove Primary Academy
Minsthorpe Community College
South Elmsall Carlton Junior and Infant School
Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Co-Op Late Shop0.2 km
- High Street Stores0.5 km
- Sweet Treats0.8 km
- ASDA Yorkshire Xdc0.7 km
- Jakes Place0.8 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Atalian Servest Food Company @0.4 km
- Palms Cafe0.9 km
- The Coffee Club - Coffee and Gin Bar0.8 km
- The Lanes Cafe0.9 km
- Adam's Plaice0.8 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Tasty Flavaz0.9 km
- Gail's Country Kitchen0.8 km
- Moo Lab0.8 km
- Pizza Connection0.8 km
- South Pacific0.8 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- South Elmsall Village WMC0.9 km
- Barnsley Oak Public House0.2 km
- Brookside Commercial And Social Club0.8 km
- The Saw Mill0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Home Bargains0.8 km
- Refill and More Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- South Elmsall0.7 km
- Moorthorpe1.5 km
- Thurnscoe6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Mill Lane Simpson Rd0.2 km
- Mill Lane Simpson Rd0.2 km
- Mill Lane Minsthorpe Ln0.2 km
- Sandford Road0.2 km
- Sandford Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WF92TR · Data under Open Government Licence