Redhill Drive is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 3EB 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 Redhill Drive, Castleford, WF10 3EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 4QW, WF10 3EH, WF10 3EF, WF10 3EQ, WF10 3AH, WF10 3HD, WF10 3AD, WF10 4QJ, WF10 3ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF10 3EB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.7% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.3% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 30.8% | 34.8% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 47.6% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 10% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 5.2% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 33% | 39.7% | 6.7% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 34.9% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 20.4% | 19.2% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 4.1% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 3EB this area, 28.2% 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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.4% | 28.2% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 14.7% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 17.5% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 6% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 13.5% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 16.3% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.5% | 97.9% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.2% | 97.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Redhill Drive was 111.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.3% lower than the Airedale and Ferry Fryston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Redhill Drive has the 46th lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Airedale and Ferry Fryston and the 414th highest crime rate of 1,125 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Redhill Drive, Castleford, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-03-25 | £157,618 |
| 45 Redhill Drive, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2016-07-01 | £161,638 |
WF10 3EB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 4,209 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townville Academy Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | 2out of 4 | 686 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Infant Academy Poplar Avenue , Airedale WF10 3QJ | 3out of 4 | 686 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Junior Academy Fryston Road , Airedale WF10 3EP | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Junior School Fryston Road , Airedale WF10 3EP | - not rated | 705 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Infant School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 705 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Lane Ends Middle School Methley Road , Three Lane Ends WF10 1PN | - not rated | 3,329 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 2out of 4 | 1,102 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale High School Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | - not rated | 1,102 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford High School Technology and Sports College With Hearing Impairment Resource Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | - not rated | 1,229 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | - not rated | 1,229 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 | 3,838 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 | 3,274 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Pontefract Park Lane , WF8 4QR | - not rated | 3,274 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Top School Kershaw Avenue , Airedale WF10 3ES | - not rated | 708 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Pathways School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 907 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontefract the Castle School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Methley Rd , WF10 1PN | - not rated | 3,386 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inglebrook School Northgate Close , WF8 1JL | - not rated | 3,576 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kitchen | 200 Holywell Lane, Castleford | 624 yd | |
| Rockello | Rock Hill, Castleford | 741 yd | |
| Emma's Sandwich Bar | 65 Front Street, Castleford | 884 yd | |
| Michelles Cafe | 3-4 The Square, Castleford | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redhill Sports & Social Club | 37 Redhill Drive, Castleford | 2 yd | |
| George V Working Mens Club | Halliwell House, Front Street | 884 yd | |
| Malt Shovel Inn | Front Street, Castleford | 930 yd | |
| Townville Recreation Club | Townville Recreation Sports And Social Club, Poplar Avenue | 1,004 yd | |
| Royal Oak Inn | Front Street, Castleford | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John's Fish & Chips | 68 Redhill Drive, Castleford | 136 yd | |
| Four Square Pizza/RFC | 59 Airedale Road, Castleford | 305 yd | |
| Triangle Cafe | 57 Airedale Road, Castleford | 305 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 112A Queens Park Drive, Castleford | 423 yd | |
| Golden Sun Takeaway | The Golden Sun Takeaway, 32A Fryston Road | 437 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 15-17 The Square, Castleford | 984 yd | |
| Tesco | Fryston Road, Castleford | 1,002 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glasshoughton Infant Academy NEWFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Townville Recreation And Sports Club POPLAR AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 170 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.