About Wheldale

Wheldale is a small village located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area WF10. The village is situated near the town of Castleford, offering easy access to local amenities and services. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing styles that reflect its development over the years. Surrounding Wheldale are various green spaces and parks, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. The village is well-connected by road and public transport, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities. Local schools and community facilities serve the residents, contributing to a sense of community within this quiet area.

School Ratings in Wheldale

Families in Wheldale have access to 75 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wheldale

Homes sell for an average of £206K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £131K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wheldale

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Wheldale, with 58 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wheldale

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wheldale around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wheldale

Wheldale benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 8,256 sales

Average Price £206K
£2K — £68.95M
Detached £259K 1,444
Semi £163K 3,077
Terraced £131K 3,211
Flat £94K 191

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

53 Primary
10 Secondary
12 Other
Oyster Park Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Fairburn View Primary School, Castleford Primary Good 0.5 miles Airedale Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Airedale Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Airedale Infant Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Townville Academy Primary 0.8 miles Airedale Junior Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Fairburn Community Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Castleford Academy Secondary 1.5 miles Castleford Park Junior Academy Primary Good 1.5 miles Glasshoughton Infant Academy Primary Good 1.5 miles Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery Primary Good 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wheldale IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Wheldale are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
11,374 Children (0-15) 19%
37,486 Working Age 64%
13,260 Older (60+) 23%
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 Wheldale 502 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Wheldale are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

178 Violence & Sexual Offences
58 Vehicle Crime
52 Shoplifting
45 Anti-Social Behaviour
37 Criminal Damage & Arson
37 Other Theft
29 Public Order
18 Burglary
17 Other Crime
12 Drugs
7 Robbery
5 Weapons
4 Bicycle Theft
3 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Glasshoughton Train Station 2 miles
Castleford Train Station 2.3 miles
Pontefract Monkhill Train Station 2.4 miles
Pontefract Baghill Train Station 2.9 miles
South Milford Train Station 4.3 miles
Micklefield Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Water Fryston 0.6 miles New Fryston 0.6 miles Airedale 0.6 miles Red Hill 0.9 miles Fairburn 1.4 miles Glass Houghton 1.4 miles Ledston 1.8 miles Ferrybridge 1.8 miles Ledsham 1.9 miles New Town 1.9 miles Allerton Bywater 2 miles Brotherton 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

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