Airedale Drive is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 2QT is located in the Airedale and Ferry Fryston 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 Airedale Drive, Castleford, WF10 2QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 2QP, WF10 2QA, WF10 2PZ, WF10 2PX, WF10 2PU, WF10 2QW, WF10 2NQ, WF10 2QX, WF10 2NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF10 2QT has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 48.7% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 51.7% | 51.3% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 2QT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% 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 | 35% | 43.7% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 41.3% | 5.3% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 17.7% | 10.7% | -7.0% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 2.2% | -8.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 23.1% | 51.1% | 28.0% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 25.1% | 28.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 28.6% | 9.7% | -18.9% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 16.3% | 9% | -7.3% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 6.9% | 1.5% | -5.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 55% | 21.8% | -33.2% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 9.5% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8% | 13.6% | 5.6% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 6.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 19.2% | 11.2% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 26.7% | 16.4% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 95% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 98.3% | 92% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 5.9% | 4.8% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 92.3% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.2% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Airedale Drive was 85.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.3% lower than the Airedale and Ferry Fryston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Airedale Drive has the 40th lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Airedale and Ferry Fryston and the 563rd lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wynell Airedale Drive, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2016-03-24 | £237,141 |
| Beech House Airedale Drive, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,500 | 1999-12-03 | £320,381 |
WF10 2QT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 179 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 5,310 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairburn View Primary School, Castleford Stansfield Drive , Airedale WF10 3DB | 3out of 4 | 803 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oyster Park Primary Academy Watling Road , Ferry Fryston WF10 3SN | 2out of 4 | 949 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Townville Infants' School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | 2out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Junior School Fryston Road , Airedale WF10 3EP | 3out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Infant School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 2,243 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,868 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Bites | 40 Leyland Road, Castleford | 847 yd | |
| Airedale Methodist Church | Elizabeth Drive, Castleford | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fryston Welfare Social Club | Pavillion, Fryston Welfare Hall And Institute | 612 yd | |
| Bowling Club | The Green, Castleford | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishy Dish Ltd | 30 Leyland Road, Castleford | 789 yd | |
| Zee's Pizza | 55 Elizabeth Drive, Castleford | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Fryston Road, Castleford | 1,090 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fryston Welfare ASKHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 574 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.