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 179 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).
Based on 222 recent sales, the median property price is £155,000 in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £379,500.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 30 | £268,750 |
| Flats | 7 | £114,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 67 | £204,950 |
| Terraced | 118 | £130,000 |
10 years price trend in Castleford Central and Glasshoughton
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Healdfield Road
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Glasshoughton
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University Street
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Beancroft Road
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Riverside Way
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Wilson Street
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Lower Oxford Street
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Ashton Street
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Parklands
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Ferrybridge Road
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Leake Street
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Park Road
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Redhill Chase
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Hilltop Close
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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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Glebe Street
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Ferrybridge Road
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Ferrybridge Road
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Thornhill Road
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Holywell Lane
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Beancroft Road
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Heritage View
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Amberwood Avenue
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Hollytree Close
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Beecham Square
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Bridge Street
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Armitage Street
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Castleford Town
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Glebe Street
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Pontefract Road
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Church Garth
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Hill Court
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Pontefract Road
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Gladstone Terrace
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Leeds Road
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Garden Street
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Greenacres Court
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Colorado Way
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Longacre
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Brigg's Avenue
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Church Street
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St Mary's Place
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Brigantia View
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Beecham Square
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Castleford Town
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Paddock View
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Glebe Street
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Newfield Avenue
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Lisheen Grove
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Charles Street
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Eastfield Lane
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Healdfield Road
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Edendale
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Cannon Street
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Grafton Street
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Rock Hill
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Holywell Lane
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Keystone Avenue
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Aston Close
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Jessop Street
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Moore Way
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Castleford Town
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Rhodes Street
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Calder Street
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Duke Street
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Green Lane
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Smawthorne Lane
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Lisheen Avenue
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Parklands
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Henry Moore Place
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Park Avenue
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Ashlar Grove
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.