Allerton Bywater on the map

Allerton Bywater built-up area

Built-up area1.7 km² (0.7 sq mi)

Location in West YorkshireAllerton Bywater sits where the marker shows within the county.

51,523
Population
19,544
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£43,394
Avg. household income
1,305
Businesses
1,544
People per km²
Create a free area profile for Allerton BywaterDownload or embed an infographic of these statistics →

About Allerton Bywater

Allerton Bywater is a village located in the Wakefield district of West Yorkshire, England. It lies within the WF10 postcode area and is situated near the River Aire, offering a peaceful rural setting. The village is known for its close proximity to the A638 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Wakefield and Pontefract. Allerton Bywater has a small community with a mix of residential properties and local amenities, including a village hall and a pub. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The area has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to medieval times. It remains a quiet, accessible village with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Allerton Bywater

Allerton Bywater is served by 86 schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Allerton Bywater

Property prices average £209K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £131K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Allerton Bywater

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Allerton Bywater, with 79 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Allerton Bywater

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Allerton Bywater falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Allerton Bywater

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Allerton Bywater, the nearest being Nova Scotia Medical Cntr (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Allerton Bywater

Dig deeper into the area around Allerton Bywater with our free postcode tools.

Food Hygiene Ratings Hygiene scores for cafes, takeaways and shops Nearest GP Surgery Find the GP surgeries closest to a postcode Compare Areas Put two areas head to head House Prices Recent sale prices and trends

Property Prices 8,169 sales

Average Price £209K
£2K , £68.95M
Detached £264K 1,510
Semi £167K 3,049
Terraced £131K 3,128
Flat £98K 194

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

62 Primary
9 Secondary
15 Other
Good 11
Requires improvement 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WF10 postcode area.

Allerton Bywater Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Lady Elizabeth Hastings CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery Primary Good 1.1 miles Castleford Academy Secondary 1.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford Primary 1.3 miles The Grange School Not applicable 1.4 miles Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy Primary Good 1.4 miles Castleford Park Junior Academy Primary Good 1.4 miles Half Acres Primary Academy Primary 1.5 miles Brigshaw High School Secondary 1.5 miles Villages East Children's Centre 1.6 miles Great Preston VC CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles

Household Income in Allerton Bywater ONS 2023

The average total household income in Allerton Bywater is approximately £43,394 a year before tax, 22% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,301. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Allerton Bywater £43,394
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £34,301.

Businesses in Allerton Bywater ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,305 active businesses based in Allerton Bywater, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 46 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,305 Total businesses
25 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 3%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Allerton Bywater IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Allerton Bywater 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
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 17%
10,026 Children (0-15) 19%
33,010 Working Age 64%
8,496 Older (65+) 16%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.7% 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 Allerton Bywater 525 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Allerton Bywater is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 177
Shoplifting 79
Anti-Social Behaviour 66
Other Theft 48
Public Order 42
Criminal Damage & Arson 26
Vehicle Crime 25
Burglary 18
Other Crime 18
Drugs 12
Robbery 5
Bicycle Theft 4
Weapons 4
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
West Yorkshire Leeds East Visit force website →
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

Castleford Train Station 1.5 miles
Glasshoughton Train Station 2.3 miles
East Garforth Train Station 3.4 miles
Woodlesford Train Station 3.8 miles
Pontefract Monkhill Train Station 3.8 miles
Garforth Train Station 3.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ledston 0.9 miles Lower Mickletown 1.2 miles Castleford 1.2 miles Great Preston 1.8 miles Red Hill 1.8 miles New Fryston 1.9 miles Mickletown 1.9 miles Ledston Luck 1.9 miles Cutsyke 1.9 miles Wheldale 2 miles Methley 2 miles Kippax 2 miles

Local Government

District Wakefield
Ward Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
Constituency Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford
Parish Wakefield, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Allerton Bywater

Of the 22,276 households in and around Allerton Bywater, 63% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 63% Social rented 22% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Allerton Bywater.

Frequently Asked Questions about Allerton Bywater

What is the population of Allerton Bywater?
Allerton Bywater has a population of approximately 51,523 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Allerton Bywater?
The average property in and around Allerton Bywater sold for about £209,032, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 40% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Allerton Bywater a deprived area?
Allerton Bywater sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Allerton Bywater?
Allerton Bywater is covered by the WF10 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Allerton Bywater?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Allerton Bywater, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Allerton Bywater?
The nearest railway station to Allerton Bywater is Castleford Train Station, about 1.5 miles away.

Streets in WF10 30 shown View all streets

Acacia Close 2 Acacia Drive 2 Ackton Pasture Lane 2 Aintree Court 1 Aire Terrace 1 Aire Valley Mount 1 Airedale Drive 2 Airedale Road 2 Aketon Croft 1 Aketon Drive 1 Aketon Road 11 Albion Street 5 Alpine Court 1 Altofts Lane 2 Amberwood Avenue 1 Ambler Street 3 Ambleside Road 1 Andersen Court 1 Archer Street 1 Armitage Street 1 Arnall Street 1 Arnside Close 1 Arnside Crescent 3 Arrow Lane 1 Ascot Drive 1 Ashlar Grove 1 Ashley Mews 1 Ashton Road 1 Ashton Road Backs 1 Ashton Street 1

Postcodes in WF10 50 shown View all postcodes

WF10 1AD WF10 1AE WF10 1AF WF10 1AG WF10 1AH WF10 1AL WF10 1AN WF10 1AQ WF10 1AR WF10 1AS WF10 1AT WF10 1AX WF10 1AY WF10 1BA WF10 1BB WF10 1BD WF10 1BE WF10 1BG WF10 1BJ WF10 1BL WF10 1BN WF10 1BP WF10 1BQ WF10 1BS WF10 1BT WF10 1BU WF10 1BW WF10 1BX WF10 1BY WF10 1DB WF10 1DE WF10 1DG WF10 1DH WF10 1DL WF10 1DP WF10 1DS WF10 1DT WF10 1DX WF10 1DZ WF10 1EA WF10 1EB WF10 1ED WF10 1EE WF10 1EF WF10 1EG WF10 1EL WF10 1EN WF10 1EP WF10 1EQ WF10 1ER