Postcode Analysis Wakefield, Yorkshire and The Humber

PARK ESTATE, WF9 3PA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK ESTATE, WF9 3PA.

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Population

539

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 33,300 /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 3PA 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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10/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF9 3PA spans multiple life stages — average age 32, moderate ownership and renting. £62k 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 3PA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Park Estate, 1.3km from Moorthorpe in South Kirkby. Administratively it sits within South Elmsall and South Kirkby ward and the Hemsworth constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £62k, 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 3PA are sourced from Output Area E00059872 (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 3PA. The average age is 31.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.8%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 62,500

1 sales · Mean £ 62,500

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

Crime around WF9 3PA is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences71
Shoplifting19
Criminal damage and arson17
Anti-social behaviour13
Public order12

school Local Schools

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Northfield Primary School: With Communication Resource

Requires Improvement364 pupils0.5 km
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South Kirkby Academy

Requires Improvement235 pupils0.9 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Moorthorpe

Good207 pupils1.1 km
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Moorthorpe Primary School With Inclusion Resource

Good280 pupils1.1 km
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South Kirkby Common Road Infant and Nursery School

Good184 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Co-Op Late Shop0.8 km
  • Costcutter0.9 km
  • Hinitts Bakery0.4 km
  • One Stop0.3 km
  • SESKU Community Cupboard0.6 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Rock Pool Cafe0.6 km
  • The Brunch Box0.6 km
  • Ultima Furniture Systems Ltd0.6 km
  • Hollywood Diner0.1 km
  • Coronation Working Mens Club0.5 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Bake N Butty0.9 km
  • Eggbutts Cafe Bar0.6 km
  • King Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Papa Pizza0.6 km
  • Pizza Roma0.5 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Travellers Inn0.6 km
  • Church House Public House0.4 km
  • S Kirkby Royal British Legion Club A0.8 km
  • South Kirkby Miners Welfare Club0.9 km
  • South Kirkby Independent Club0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Moorthorpe0.9 km
  • South Elmsall2.1 km
  • Thurnscoe5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Stockingate Park Estate0.2 km
  • Stockingate Park Estate0.3 km
  • South Kirkby Church0.4 km
  • South Kirkby Church0.4 km
  • South Kirkby Green0.5 km