Kershaw Avenue is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 3EX 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 Kershaw Avenue, Castleford, WF10 3EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 3EE, WF10 3EZ, WF10 3EN, WF10 3JG, WF10 3EW, WF10 3EF, WF10 3ED, WF10 3EQ, WF10 3EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF10 3EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 23.6% | 35.7% | 12.1% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 44.3% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 0.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1.4% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 9.5% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 7.2% | -5.6% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 27.5% | 38.4% | 10.9% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 29.4% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 24.4% | 20.4% | -4.0% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 13.2% | 8.3% | -4.9% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 5.4% | 3.5% | -1.9% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 3EX this area, 42.4% 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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 52.2% | 42.4% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 24.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 5.8% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.9% | 8.9% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.9% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 12.9% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.4% | 18.8% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 6.4% | 6.3% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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 | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 2.5% | 3.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.7% | 91% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 83.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 83.4% | -12.3% | 83.2% | 0.2% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 13.5% | 9.6% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| 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 | 95.7% | 83.7% | -12.0% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 9% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.7% | 76.7% | -14.0% |
| Spain | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.4% |
| Poland | 5.9% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.8% | 1.5% | 2.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kershaw Avenue was 132.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.1% higher than the Airedale and Ferry Fryston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kershaw Avenue has the 49th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Airedale and Ferry Fryston and the 346th highest crime rate of 1,125 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Kershaw Avenue, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2007-06-15 | £144,268 |
| 15 Kershaw Avenue, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £34,196 | 2005-03-21 | £62,683 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 4,064 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 | 386 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Infant Academy Poplar Avenue , Airedale WF10 3QJ | 3out of 4 | 386 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Junior Academy Fryston Road , Airedale WF10 3EP | 3out of 4 | 405 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Junior School Fryston Road , Airedale WF10 3EP | - not rated | 405 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Infant School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 405 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 | 3,629 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 | 798 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale High School Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | - not rated | 798 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 | 1,511 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | - not rated | 1,511 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 | 4,038 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 | 3,281 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Pontefract Park Lane , WF8 4QR | - not rated | 3,281 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 | 441 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Pathways School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 605 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontefract the Castle School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 696 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inglebrook School Northgate Close , WF8 1JL | - not rated | 3,473 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dove Adolescent Services 170 Southgate , WF8 1QJ | - not rated | 3,586 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kitchen | 200 Holywell Lane, Castleford | 449 yd | |
| Michelles Cafe | 3-4 The Square, Castleford | 704 yd | |
| Airedale Methodist Church | Elizabeth Drive, Castleford | 964 yd | |
| Rockello | Rock Hill, Castleford | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redhill Sports & Social Club | 37 Redhill Drive, Castleford | 303 yd | |
| Townville Recreation Club | Townville Recreation Sports And Social Club, Poplar Avenue | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Square Pizza/RFC | 59 Airedale Road, Castleford | 88 yd | |
| Triangle Cafe | 57 Airedale Road, Castleford | 88 yd | |
| Golden Sun Takeaway | The Golden Sun Takeaway, 32A Fryston Road | 164 yd | |
| I Love Paradise Pizza | 154 Redhill Drive, Castleford | 309 yd | |
| John's Fish & Chips | 68 Redhill Drive, Castleford | 313 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 15-17 The Square, Castleford | 704 yd | |
| Tesco | Fryston Road, Castleford | 736 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Townville Recreation And Sports Club POPLAR AVENUE | grass pitches | 745 yd |
| Airedale Academy CREWE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 957 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 187.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.