Holywell Dene is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 4RG 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holywell Dene, Castleford, WF10 4RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 4RZ, WF10 4RA, WF10 4RB, WF10 4RF, WF10 4RX, WF10 4RE, WF10 4QY, WF10 4RN, WF10 4RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF10 4RG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.2% | 50.5% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.8% | 49.5% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.7% | 36.2% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.6% | 45.7% | -11.9% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11% | 9.9% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 6.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 41.9% | 46.7% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 35.8% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 13.3% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 25.8% | 22.2% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 12.3% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.6% | 15.6% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 8.6% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 16% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 23.5% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 97.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 94.8% 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% | 94.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 95.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holywell Dene was 259.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 126.1% higher than the Airedale and Ferry Fryston average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Holywell Dene has the 18th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Airedale and Ferry Fryston and the 113th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 62.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Holywell Dene, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-05-28 | £115,158 |
| 12 Holywell Dene, Castleford, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2024-01-10 | £120,949 |
| 3 Holywell Dene, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2023-10-27 | £121,373 |
| 5 Holywell Dene, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2023-07-28 | £127,853 |
| 5 Holywell Dene, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-07-28 | £125,244 |
WF10 4RG 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 4,019 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasshoughton Infant Academy Newfield Avenue , WF10 4BH | 4out of 4 | 851 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Castleford Ashton Road , WF10 5AX | 2out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Park Junior Academy Medley Street , WF10 4BB | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Junior School Fryston Road , Airedale WF10 3EP | 3out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Infant School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 1,740 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 | 3,048 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Mill Hill Lane , WF8 4JF | 3out of 4 | 3,905 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Featherstone Academy Pontefract Road , WF7 5AJ | 3out of 4 | 4,905 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,737 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 | 3,545 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockello | Rock Hill, Castleford | 146 yd | |
| Emma's Sandwich Bar | 65 Front Street, Castleford | 195 yd | |
| Winding Wheel Harvester | Carr Wood Road, Castleford | 538 yd | |
| Bakers and Baristas | 84 Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village, Castleford | 634 yd | |
| Starbucks | 29 Junction 32 Outlet Shopping Village, Castleford | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George V Working Mens Club | Halliwell House, Front Street | 195 yd | |
| Malt Shovel Inn | Front Street, Castleford | 322 yd | |
| Royal Oak Inn | Front Street, Castleford | 449 yd | |
| The Singing Chocker | Park Road, Castleford | 595 yd | |
| Redhill Sports & Social Club | 37 Redhill Drive, Castleford | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Base | 51 Front Street, Castleford | 322 yd | |
| Blue Ocean | 43 Front Street, Castleford | 449 yd | |
| Papa Dino's/Jav's Authentic Indian Cuisine | 45-47 Front Street, Castleford | 449 yd | |
| Sid's Pantry | 31 Front Street, Castleford | 489 yd | |
| Mr Bites | Unit 13, Sterling Industrial Park Carr Wood Road | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Park Road, Castleford | 595 yd | |
| Lidl | Park Road, Castleford | 654 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glasshoughton Centre LEEDS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 808 yd |
| Snozone Castleford COLORADO WAY | ski slopes | 887 yd |
| Glasshoughton Infant Academy NEWFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 927 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Castleford) XCSAPE XCSAPE COLORADO WAY | health and fitness suite | 936 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.