About Monk Fryston

Monk Fryston is a village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the LS25 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles south of the town of Castleford and around five miles from the larger town of Pontefract. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. The local community is served by a primary school, a village hall, and a few local amenities, providing essential services to residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, with several footpaths leading into the nearby fields and woodlands. The village is also conveniently located for access to the nearby motorway network, making it easy to travel to larger towns and cities in the region. Overall, Monk Fryston presents a quiet lifestyle with access to both rural and urban facilities.

School Ratings in Monk Fryston

Monk Fryston is served by 34 schools. Green Lane Primary Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Monk Fryston

Property prices average £264K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £215K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Monk Fryston

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Monk Fryston, with 5 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Monk Fryston

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Monk Fryston falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Monk Fryston

Most properties in Monk Fryston can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,750 sales

Average Price £264K
£2K £15.13M
Detached £350K 2,607
Semi £215K 2,978
Terraced £177K 1,706
Flat £115K 250

Deprivation and Employment in Monk Fryston IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Monk Fryston in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
11,569 Children (0-15) 18%
38,646 Working Age 60%
18,106 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Monk Fryston 26 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Monk Fryston falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

9 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Public Order
1 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Other Theft
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

South Milford Train Station 1.7 miles
Sherburn-In-Elmet Train Station 2.6 miles
Church Fenton Train Station 4.7 miles
Micklefield Train Station 4.7 miles
Pontefract Monkhill Train Station 5 miles
Pontefract Baghill Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Local Government

District Leeds
County North Yorkshire
Ward Garforth & Swillington
Constituency Elmet and Rothwell
Parish Leeds, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber