Castleford Central and Glasshoughton is a ward in the Wakefield district, located in West Yorkshire. The area is known for its industrial heritage, with historical ties to coal mining and glass manufacturing. Key landmarks include Xscape Yorkshire, a leisure and entertainment complex, and the Junction 32 retail park. The ward is bordered by the River Aire and the A656 road, providing transport links to nearby towns and cities.
The area features a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with housing ranging from terraced homes to modern developments. Glasshoughton Colliery, now a nature reserve, reflects the area's mining past. Public transport includes Castleford railway station, connecting the ward to Leeds and Wakefield. The ward also has several schools and community facilities, serving its local population.
On average Castleford Central and Glasshoughton has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 205 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton is £37,048 per year. There are 6 schools in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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Pontefract Road
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Leeds Road
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Castleford West
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School Street
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Glasshoughton
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Lower Oxford Street
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Churchfield Lane
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Moor View Close
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Redhill Gardens
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Hawthorne Avenue
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Lower Oxford Street
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Parklands
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Park Road
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Redhill Chase
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Joffre Avenue
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Topcliffe Way
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Old Mill Way
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Castleford Town
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Stafford Street
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Haste Street
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Booth Street
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Newfield Avenue
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Charles Street
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Edendale
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Cannon Street
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Rock Hill
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