Pontefract North is a ward in the Wakefield district, located in West Yorkshire. The area includes parts of the historic market town of Pontefract, known for its castle ruins and liquorice production. The ward features a mix of residential neighborhoods, local shops, and green spaces, providing a balance of urban and semi-rural living.
The ward is served by several schools and community facilities, catering to families and older residents. Transport links include road connections to nearby towns and cities, as well as local bus services. Pontefract North retains a strong sense of local identity, with events and traditions tied to the town’s heritage. The area offers a range of housing options, from older terraced homes to newer developments.
On average Pontefract North has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 198 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Pontefract North is £38,850 per year. There are 7 schools in Pontefract North: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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Swanhill Lane
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Cavendish Avenue
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Pontefract North West
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Camp Mount
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Wakefield Road
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New Park View
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Queen's Avenue
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Shoe Market
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Ropergate Service Road
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Horse Fair
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Hawthorne Grange
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Carleton Glen
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Pontefract North West
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Heather Drive
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Coleman Street
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The Hawthorns
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Pontefract North West
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Nevison Avenue
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Ferrybridge Road
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Avens Close
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Starwort Close
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Elm Close
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Camp Rise
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Pontefract North West
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Salter Row
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Northgate
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Ropergate
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Horse Fair
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Barstow Fall
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Libra Way
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Pontefract North East
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Eastfield Drive
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Ellercroft Way
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Baghill Lane
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Mayor's Walk
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Stumpcross Meadows
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Trinity Street
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Love Lane Terrace
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Garrison Court
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Dark Lane
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Colonel's Walk
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Pontefract North West
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Queen's Road
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Ferrybridge Road
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Knottingley Road
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Northgate
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Walkergate
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Northfield Drive
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Pontefract North East
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Pontefract Road
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Prail Close
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Atkinson Lane
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Celandine Close
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Coppertop Mews
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Oak Rise
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Manor Park Drive
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Newgate
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Clifton Avenue
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Hartley Park View
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Halfpenny Lane
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Wagner Way
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Trinity Street
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Beastfair
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Ropergate
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Gillygate
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Ridgedale Mount
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Stumpcross Close
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Glen Rise
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Pontefract North East
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Pontefract Road
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Hill Close
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Beech Croft
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Queen's Square
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Pecan Court
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Pontefract North West
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Pontefract North West
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Market Place
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Western Court
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Mill Lane
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Campion Close
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Trinity Street
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Camp Mount
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Longwall Way
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Turret Court
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Stuart Street
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Chantry Close
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Trinity Street
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Highfield Avenue
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Trinity Street
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Sessions House Yard
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Back Northgate
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Ropergate
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Ropergate
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Earls Chase
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Stumpcross Court
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Knottingley Road
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Mill Lane
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