Park Way is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 1BU is located in the Castleford Central and Glasshoughton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford. This postcode has been in use since 2016-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Way, Castleford, WF10 1BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 1BX, WF10 1ED, WF10 1DT, WF10 1BN, WF10 1DS, WF10 1BQ, WF10 1AR, WF10 1BS, WF10 1BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF10 1BU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 51.2% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51.9% | 48.8% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.7% | 40.6% | 0.9% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 41.2% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 13.7% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.4% | 53.2% | 14.8% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 36% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 7.5% | -10.8% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 13.5% | -18.6% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 9.6% | -9.0% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 17.9% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 24% | 11.8% | 16.9% | 7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.1% | 29.8% | 16.7% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.3% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 92% | -6.6% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
In this area, 92.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.9% | 92.3% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 92.3% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Way was 21.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.3% lower than the Airedale and Ferry Fryston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Way has the 7th lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Airedale and Ferry Fryston and the 104th lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Park Way, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2024-10-31 | £228,837 |
| 48 Park Way, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £260,500 | 2024-09-27 | £263,853 |
| 45 Park Way, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-06-07 | £256,442 |
| 16 Park Way, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2024-06-07 | £169,947 |
| 7 Park Way, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-02-08 | £325,595 |
| Full-Time Employee | 192 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy Methley Road , WF10 1PN | 2out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Half Acres Primary Academy Temple Street , WF10 5RE | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery Francis Street , WF10 1HF | 3out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford Pontefract Road , WF10 4JB | 3out of 4 | 1,461 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Park Junior Academy Medley Street , WF10 4BB | 3out of 4 | 1,744 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,720 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 3,434 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 3,971 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy Cutsyke Road , Featherstone WF7 6BD | 3out of 4 | 4,128 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Freeston Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | 2out of 4 | 5,445 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New College Pontefract Park Lane , WF8 4QR | - not rated | 5,235 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLG Wakefield Parish Rooms , Snydale Road WF6 1HY | - not rated | 5,227 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busy Lizzies Cafe | Methley Road, Castleford | 453 yd | |
| Funalot | 19-19A Methley Road, Castleford | 477 yd | |
| M Horners | 38 Methley Road, Castleford | 508 yd | |
| Pop Inn Cafe | 5 Wilson Street, Castleford | 671 yd | |
| KC's Kitchen | 29 Albion Street, Castleford | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lion Hotel | Pottery Street, Castleford | 345 yd | |
| The Eagle | 1 Methley Road, Castleford | 453 yd | |
| Albion Street Working Mens Club | 38-40 Albion Street, Castleford | 713 yd | |
| The Junction | Junction Hotel, Carlton Street | 778 yd | |
| The Glassblower | 15 Bank Street, Castleford | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Fisheries | 92 Wood Street, Castleford | 420 yd | |
| Carousel Cafe | 62 Wilson Street, Castleford | 563 yd | |
| Star Fisheries | 2, 2-2C Wilson Street | 671 yd | |
| Feeds & Shakes | 24, Albion Street | 697 yd | |
| Yusuf's Spice Lounge | 22 Albion Street, Castleford | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern European Mini Market | 12 Albion Street, Castleford | 709 yd | |
| Morrisons | Albion Street, Castleford | 748 yd | |
| Foodplus | 7-9 Albion Street, Castleford | 755 yd | |
| Poundland | 15-27 Albion Street, Castleford | 758 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Limited, Enterprise Way | 814 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Life (Closed) Savile Road | health and fitness suite | 377 yd |
| Castleford Lock Lane Arlfc WILLIAM STREET | grass pitches | 640 yd |
| Methley Road Recreation Ground (Site 2) Raglan Close | grass pitches | 645 yd |
| Better Bodies (Closed) Albion Street | health and fitness suite | 715 yd |
| Better Bodies (Closed) Wesley Street | health and fitness suite | 936 yd |
| Castleford Panthers Arlfc RAGLAN CLOSE | grass pitches | 961 yd |
| Ymca (Castleford) COMMERCIAL STREET | 961 yd | |
| Lock Lane Rugby League And Sports Centre LOCK LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,010 yd |
| Three Lane Ends Academy METHLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,052 yd |
| Methley Road Recreation Ground (Site 1) Methley Road | grass pitches | 1,065 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 289.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.