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Castleford West

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Wakefield / Castleford West

About

Castleford West is a residential area located in the town of Castleford, within the Wakefield district. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. It is situated near the River Aire, providing some green spaces and walking routes along the waterway. Local amenities include schools, convenience stores, and a few pubs, catering to daily needs.

The area has good transport links, with the A656 road running nearby, connecting Castleford West to Pontefract and Leeds. Public transport options include bus services, making it accessible for commuters. The nearby Junction 32 retail park offers shopping and leisure facilities. While largely residential, Castleford West has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with parks and sports facilities adding to its appeal.

Area overview

On average Castleford West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Castleford West is £35,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Castleford West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

114

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

24.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Castleford West Population

9,755

Population density

3,565.7 per km²

Demographics

British

8,999

92.26%

Other White

362

3.71%

Indian

0.74%

African

0.49%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.33%

Total population: 9,754

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,428

32.76%

Owns outright

1,093

25.07%

Social rents from council

795

18.24%

Private landlord or letting agency

566

12.98%

Other social rented

361

8.28%

Total households: 4,359

Property prices in Castleford West

Based on 110 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Castleford West area, with individual transactions ranging from £63,000 up to £326,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	19	£270,000	£173,000	£240,000	£297,498	£316,100
Flats	3	£115,000	£68,200	£89,000	£118,750	£121,750
Semi-Detached	41	£170,000	£122,500	£148,500	£195,000	£242,000
Terraced	47	£135,000	£100,900	£120,500	£159,000	£227,000

10 years price trend in Castleford West

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail