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Location in West YorkshireCarleton sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Carleton
Carleton is a village located in the county of West Yorkshire, England, within the WF8 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Wakefield and is part of the metropolitan borough of Wakefield. The village is situated near the River Aire and is surrounded by rural countryside, with open fields and scattered residential properties. Carleton has a traditional village layout with a mix of older stone and brick houses, many of which date back to the 19th century. The local community is active, with a church and a village hall serving as focal points for social events. The area is accessible by road, with the A638 and A640 providing connections to nearby towns and cities. Carleton offers a peaceful environment while remaining within easy reach of urban amenities.
School Ratings in Carleton
Carleton is served by 73 schools. De Lacy Primary School and New College Pontefract are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Carleton
Property prices average £212K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £175K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carleton
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Carleton, with 54 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Carleton
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Carleton 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 Carleton
There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Carleton, the nearest being Friarwood Surgery (0.8 miles away).
Local Data for Carleton
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Property Prices 5,435 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the WF8 postcode area.
Household Income in Carleton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Carleton is approximately £46,940 a year before tax, 15% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,288. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £36,288.
Businesses in Carleton ONS 2025
There are approximately 956 active businesses based in Carleton, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 22 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Carleton IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Carleton 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.
Crime in Carleton 381 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Carleton 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Carleton
Of the 15,125 households in and around Carleton, 66% are owned, 21% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Carleton.