Castleford on the map

Castleford built-up area

Built-up area11.7 km² (4.5 sq mi)

Location in West YorkshireCastleford sits where the marker shows within the county.

51,523
Population
19,544
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
93
Schools nearby
£43,394
Avg. household income
1,305
Businesses
1,544
People per km²

About Castleford

Castleford is a town in West Yorkshire, England, located within the WF10 postcode area. It lies on the eastern bank of the River Aire, close to the border with North Yorkshire. The town has a long history linked to coal mining and textile manufacturing, with remnants of its industrial past still visible in the local landscape. Castleford is well connected by road and rail, with a station on the Hull and Selby line providing regular services to nearby cities. The town centre features a mix of retail and community facilities, including a market area and several local shops. It is also home to Castleford Academy, a secondary school serving the local community. While not a major tourist destination, Castleford offers a practical base for exploring the wider Yorkshire region.

School Ratings in Castleford

Castleford is served by 93 schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Castleford

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

Deprivation and Employment in Castleford

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Castleford 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 Castleford

There are 12 GP surgeries within three miles of Castleford, the nearest being Castleford Medical Practice (110 yards away).

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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 93 within 5 miles View all schools

64 Primary
11 Secondary
18 Other
Good 11
Requires improvement 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the WF10 postcode area.

Half Acres Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford Primary 0.4 miles Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery Primary Good 0.4 miles Castleford Academy Secondary 0.5 miles Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy Primary 0.5 miles Castleford Park Junior Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Glasshoughton Infant Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles The Grange School Not applicable 0.7 miles Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Acorn Children's Centre Good 0.9 miles Ackton Pastures Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Airedale Junior Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles

Household Income in Castleford ONS 2023

The average total household income in Castleford 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.

Castleford £43,394
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Castleford ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,305 active businesses based in Castleford, 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 Castleford IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Castleford 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Castleford Train Station 0.3 miles
Glasshoughton Train Station 1.2 miles
Pontefract Monkhill Train Station 2.9 miles
Pontefract Baghill Train Station 3.1 miles
Woodlesford Train Station 4.3 miles
East Garforth Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cutsyke 0.6 miles Red Hill 1.2 miles Allerton Bywater 1.2 miles Whitwood 1.4 miles Glass Houghton 1.4 miles Lower Mickletown 1.8 miles Loscoe 1.8 miles Methley Junction 1.9 miles Airedale 1.9 miles North Featherstone 1.9 miles Methley 2 miles Wheldale 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 Castleford

Of the 22,276 households in and around Castleford, 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 Castleford.

Frequently Asked Questions about Castleford

What is the population of Castleford?
Castleford 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 Castleford?
The average property in and around Castleford 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 Castleford a deprived area?
Castleford 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 Castleford?
Castleford is covered by the WF10 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Castleford?
There are 93 schools within 5 miles of Castleford, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Castleford?
The nearest railway station to Castleford is Castleford Train Station, about 0.3 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