About Whitwood

Whitwood is a suburb located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area WF10. It is situated close to the town of Castleford and offers a mix of residential areas and local amenities. The suburb is easily accessible by road and public transport, making it convenient for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The area features a variety of shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services for residents. Whitwood is also near the River Aire, which offers opportunities for leisurely walks along the riverbank. The local community is active, with various events and activities taking place throughout the year, fostering a sense of belonging among its inhabitants.

School Ratings in Whitwood

Whitwood is served by 106 schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Whitwood

Property prices average £206K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £131K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Whitwood

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Vehicle crime accounts for the highest share in Whitwood, with 58 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Whitwood

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Whitwood 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Whitwood

Most properties in Whitwood 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 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

71 Primary
12 Secondary
23 Other
Acorn Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Ackton Pastures Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles The Grange School 0.9 miles Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Normanton Common Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Half Acres Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles St. John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy Primary 1.5 miles Normanton All Saints CofE Infant School Primary 1.6 miles Methley Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy Secondary 1.7 miles Outwood Academy Freeston Secondary 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Whitwood IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Whitwood 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
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 Whitwood 502 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Whitwood 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.

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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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 1.1 miles
Glasshoughton Train Station 1.9 miles
Pontefract Monkhill Train Station 3.7 miles
Woodlesford Train Station 3.7 miles
Pontefract Baghill Train Station 3.8 miles
Wakefield Kirkgate Train Station 4.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Loscoe 0.6 miles Hopetown 0.9 miles Methley Junction 0.9 miles Lower Altofts 1.2 miles Cutsyke 1.2 miles Castleford 1.4 miles Methley 1.4 miles Woodhouse 1.8 miles Normanton 1.8 miles North Featherstone 1.8 miles Lower Mickletown 1.9 miles Old Snydale 1.9 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