Dawtrie Street is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 3NA 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 Dawtrie Street, Castleford, WF10 3NA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 3NP, WF10 3NW, WF10 3NE, WF10 3NF, WF10 3NB, WF10 3ND, WF10 3LZ, WF10 3NN, WF10 3LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF10 3NA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.7% | 48.6% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.4% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 3NA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.8% 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 | 43.6% | 46.8% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 37.6% | 2.1% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 6.9% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5% | -2.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.9% | 44.4% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 32.6% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 14.2% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 8% | 6.6% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 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 3NA this area, 38% 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 11.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.6% | 38% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 19.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 11.3% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 12.2% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.7% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 17.2% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 5% | 11.8% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -22.0% |
| Other | 5% | 1.8% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.9% | 94.4% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 93.4% 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% | 93.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.5% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 93.7% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.5% | 37.2% | 13.3% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dawtrie Street was 174.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.2% higher than the Airedale and Ferry Fryston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dawtrie Street has the 40th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Airedale and Ferry Fryston and the 233rd highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 143.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Dawtrie Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,277 | 2024-06-13 | £83,956 |
| 49 Dawtrie Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-04-12 | £138,622 |
| 51 Dawtrie Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-06-30 | £129,545 |
| 39 Dawtrie Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2015-02-20 | £129,992 |
| 25 Dawtrie Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2014-09-01 | £151,985 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 4,070 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oyster Park Primary Academy Watling Road , Ferry Fryston WF10 3SN | 2out of 4 | 443 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Townville Infants' School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | 2out of 4 | 519 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairburn View Primary School, Castleford Stansfield Drive , Airedale WF10 3DB | 3out of 4 | 566 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Junior School Fryston Road , Airedale WF10 3EP | 3out of 4 | 696 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Infant School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | 3out of 4 | 696 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 | 393 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 2,462 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Mill Hill Lane , WF8 4JF | 3out of 4 | 4,739 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 | 5,032 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De Lacy Academy Middle Lane , WF11 0BZ | 3out of 4 | 5,339 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 | 3,845 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 | 4,941 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airedale Methodist Church | Elizabeth Drive, Castleford | 327 yd | |
| Tiger Bites | 40 Leyland Road, Castleford | 411 yd | |
| Michelles Cafe | 3-4 The Square, Castleford | 522 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Club | The Green, Castleford | 318 yd | |
| Townville Recreation Club | Townville Recreation Sports And Social Club, Poplar Avenue | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zee's Pizza | 55 Elizabeth Drive, Castleford | 318 yd | |
| Fishy Dish Ltd | 30 Leyland Road, Castleford | 472 yd | |
| Sizzlers V Pronto | 1 The Square, Castleford | 522 yd | |
| Fryston Fish Bar | 23 The Square, Castleford | 522 yd | |
| Orient Delight | 5 The Square, Castleford | 522 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 15-17 The Square, Castleford | 522 yd | |
| Tesco | Fryston Road, Castleford | 545 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Airedale Academy CREWE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 330 yd |
| Townville Recreation And Sports Club POPLAR AVENUE | grass pitches | 662 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.