Redhill Gardens is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 4QJ 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 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Redhill Gardens, Castleford, WF10 4QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 3HD, WF10 4QW, WF10 4QP, WF10 3EA, WF10 3TE, WF10 3EB, WF10 4QL, WF10 3UZ, WF10 3ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF10 4QJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.1% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.9% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WF10 4QJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.1% | 24.8% | -4.3% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 61.3% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 5.9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 6.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 48.9% | 41% | -7.9% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 35.9% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15.8% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 5.4% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 21.7% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 12.7% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.6% | 12.1% | -9.5% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 12.1% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 6.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 18.3% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 20.4% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 4% | 2.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| White | 99.5% | 99.7% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.5% | 98% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Redhill Gardens was 27.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.3% lower than the Airedale and Ferry Fryston average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Redhill Gardens has the 11th lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Airedale and Ferry Fryston and the 144th lowest crime rate of 1,125 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Redhill Gardens, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-07-10 | £322,455 |
| 1 Redhill Gardens, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2010-04-26 | £306,144 |
| 3 Redhill Gardens, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2002-01-31 | £227,500 |
WF10 4QJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WF10 4QJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Mining and quarrying | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 4,085 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 | 765 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Infant Academy Poplar Avenue , Airedale WF10 3QJ | 3out of 4 | 765 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Junior Academy Fryston Road , Airedale WF10 3EP | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Junior School Fryston Road , Airedale WF10 3EP | - not rated | 785 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Infant School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 785 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 | 3,318 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 | 1,164 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale High School Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | - not rated | 1,164 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 | 1,273 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | - not rated | 1,273 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 | 3,680 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 | 3,105 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Pontefract Park Lane , WF8 4QR | - not rated | 3,105 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 | 824 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Pathways School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 978 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontefract the Castle School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Methley Rd , WF10 1PN | - not rated | 3,374 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inglebrook School Northgate Close , WF8 1JL | - not rated | 3,436 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 | 562 yd | |
| Rockello | Rock Hill, Castleford | 595 yd | |
| Emma's Sandwich Bar | 65 Front Street, Castleford | 734 yd | |
| Winding Wheel Harvester | Carr Wood Road, Castleford | 1,071 yd | |
| Michelles Cafe | 3-4 The Square, Castleford | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redhill Sports & Social Club | 37 Redhill Drive, Castleford | 178 yd | |
| George V Working Mens Club | Halliwell House, Front Street | 734 yd | |
| Malt Shovel Inn | Front Street, Castleford | 797 yd | |
| Royal Oak Inn | Front Street, Castleford | 905 yd | |
| Townville Recreation Club | Townville Recreation Sports And Social Club, Poplar Avenue | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John's Fish & Chips | 68 Redhill Drive, Castleford | 73 yd | |
| Four Square Pizza/RFC | 59 Airedale Road, Castleford | 345 yd | |
| Triangle Cafe | 57 Airedale Road, Castleford | 345 yd | |
| I Love Paradise Pizza | 154 Redhill Drive, Castleford | 405 yd | |
| Golden Sun Takeaway | The Golden Sun Takeaway, 32A Fryston Road | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 15-17 The Square, Castleford | 1,090 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glasshoughton Infant Academy NEWFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Townville Recreation And Sports Club POPLAR AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,070 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.