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 146 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).
Based on 284 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Pontefract North area, with individual transactions ranging from £45,000 up to £480,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 63 | £280,000 |
| Flats | 15 | £95,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 158 | £195,000 |
| Terraced | 48 | £176,500 |
10 years price trend in Pontefract North
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Button Park
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Portland Croft
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Monkhill Avenue
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Horse Fair
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Station Lane
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Wren Croft
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Pontefract North West
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Northfield Drive
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Eastfield Drive
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Goodwood Avenue
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Hailhead Drive
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Shoolaboards Lane
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Orchard Head Lane
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Carleton Glen
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Harvest Close
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Poplar Grove
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Halfpenny Lane
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Pontefract North West
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Park Avenue
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Pontefract North West
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Trinity Street
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Gleneagles Road
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Pontefract North West
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Pontefract North West
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Northgate Lodge
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Coleridge Way
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Gillygate
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Abbey Gardens
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Priory Chase
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Hawthorne Grange
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Hawthorn Way
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Bailey Close
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Ferrybridge Road
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Avens Close
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Ryder Close
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Anderson Street
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Park Road
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Trinity Street
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Castle Grove
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Back Northgate
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Pontefract North West
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Southgate
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Bridge Street
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Robinson Street
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Springfield Avenue
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Hartley Way
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Parker Avenue
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Pontefract North East
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Box Lane
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Heather Gardens
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Queensway
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Wolsey Avenue
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Pontefract North West
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Pontefract North West
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Micklegate
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Grovehall Lane
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Trinity Street
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Back Northgate
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Headlands Lane
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Keats Close
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Fairy Hill Lane
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Slutwell Lane
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Bubwith View
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Pontefract North West
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Dandy Mill Avenue
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Mill Dam Lane
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Box Lane
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Ashdene Grove
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Dulverton Rise
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The Chestnuts
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Carleton Glen
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Ashworth Road
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Dandy Mill View
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Halfpenny Lane
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Darcy Close
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Pontefract North West
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Pontefract North West
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.