Aire Terrace is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 2LU 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aire Terrace, Castleford, WF10 2LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 2LT, WF10 2SG, WF10 1PB, WF10 2LS, WF10 2LP, WF10 2SF, WF10 1PH, WF10 1EU, WF10 2LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF10 2LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.5% | 53.2% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 44.5% | 46.8% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WF10 2LU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.7% | 47.2% | 13.5% | 37.9% | 9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.5% | 29.6% | -16.9% | 44.2% | -14.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11.6% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 5% | 7.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.9% | 43% | 8.1% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 32.6% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 18.7% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 4.8% | -4.4% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around WF10 2LU this area, 31.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 10.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.7% | 31.5% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 9.6% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 18.3% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 22.3% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 10.2% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -23.6% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.4% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.6% | 95.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.5% | 37.2% | 11.3% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aire Terrace was 179.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.3% higher than the Airedale and Ferry Fryston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Aire Terrace has the 36th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Airedale and Ferry Fryston and the 219th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Aire Terrace, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2022-04-08 | £156,210 |
| 5 Aire Terrace, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2019-05-30 | £146,914 |
| 10 Aire Terrace, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2012-05-25 | £117,713 |
| Aire Terrace, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2008-09-10 | £83,681 |
| 1 Aire Terrace, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2006-07-27 | £133,102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castleford Wheldon Infant School and Nursery Francis Street , WF10 1HF | 3out of 4 | 715 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford Pontefract Road , WF10 4JB | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Half Acres Primary Academy Temple Street , WF10 5RE | 3out of 4 | 1,031 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Park Junior Academy Medley Street , WF10 4BB | 3out of 4 | 1,158 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy Methley Road , WF10 1PN | 2out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,120 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 3,362 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 3,801 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy Cutsyke Road , Featherstone WF7 6BD | 3out of 4 | 3,995 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 | 4,820 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Well School Rook Hill Road , WF8 2DD | 3out of 4 | 5,350 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapterooms Ltd | Unit 3, 17 Bank Street | 218 yd | |
| Busy Bees Diner | 30 Lock Lane, Castleford | 327 yd | |
| Castleford Lock Lane Sports Club | Castleford Lock Lane Arlfc, Sports Centre | 382 yd | |
| Blue Cup Cafe | 25 Sagar Street, Castleford | 382 yd | |
| Judy's Cafe | 11 Sagar Street, Castleford | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glassblower | 15 Bank Street, Castleford | 251 yd | |
| The Lion Hotel | Aire Street, Castleford | 269 yd | |
| Lounge 20 Limited | 20 Wesley Street, Castleford | 325 yd | |
| The Junction | Junction Hotel, Carlton Street | 361 yd | |
| Lamplighters | 107 Carlton Street, Castleford | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Delight | 1A Mill Lane, Castleford | 218 yd | |
| Pizza Prima | 31 Aire Street, Castleford | 269 yd | |
| Burga Ting | 8A Sagar Street, Castleford | 337 yd | |
| Kebab Grill | 6 Sagar Street, Castleford | 342 yd | |
| The Thrill of the Grill | 86 Carlton Street, Castleford | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern European Mini Market | 12 Albion Street, Castleford | 372 yd | |
| Co-Op | 48 Carlton Street, Castleford | 394 yd | |
| Foodplus | 7-9 Albion Street, Castleford | 410 yd | |
| Poundland | 15-27 Albion Street, Castleford | 435 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit Lru 2, Carlton Lanes Shopping Centre Carlton Street | 508 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castleford Lock Lane Arlfc WILLIAM STREET | grass pitches | 214 yd |
| Better Bodies (Closed) Wesley Street | health and fitness suite | 380 yd |
| Ymca (Castleford) COMMERCIAL STREET | 427 yd | |
| Lock Lane Rugby League And Sports Centre LOCK LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 429 yd |
| Spring Life (Closed) Savile Road | health and fitness suite | 441 yd |
| Better Bodies (Closed) Albion Street | health and fitness suite | 477 yd |
| Castleford Tigers (Wheldon Road) CASTLEFORD RUGBY LEAGUE FOOTBALL CLUB CASTLEFORD RUGBY LEAGUE FOOTBALL CLUB WHELDON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,008 yd |
| Half Acres Primary Academy TEMPLE STREET | grass pitches | 1,021 yd |
| Queens Park BOSTON STREET | grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| Castleford Park Junior Academy MEDLEY STREET | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 65.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.