Garden Street is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 5AN 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 Garden Street, Castleford, WF10 5AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 5AH, WF10 5AL, WF10 5AQ, WF10 5AG, WF10 5AT, WF10 5AP, WF10 5AS, WF10 5AJ, WF10 5AF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WF10 5AN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 52.1% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 50.3% | 47.9% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 44.1% | 41.9% | -2.2% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 37.4% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 11.3% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 6.8% | 0.7% | 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 | 46.2% | 40.9% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 39% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 13% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 5.9% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 5AN this area, 28.3% 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 16.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 28.3% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 13.5% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 17.9% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 14.8% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 16.6% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -17.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 95.5% | 96.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 96.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garden Street was 31.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.6% lower than the Altofts and Whitwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Garden Street has the 26th lowest crime rate of 114 local areas in Altofts and Whitwood and the 172nd lowest crime rate of 1,125 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -93.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Garden Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-10-27 | £141,860 |
| 30 Garden Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-05-30 | £183,056 |
| 27 Garden Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2025-01-10 | £141,631 |
| 5 Garden Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-10-05 | £134,848 |
| 13 Garden Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-04-18 | £133,222 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harewood Centre Nursery School Harewood Avenue , WF8 2ER | 3out of 4 | 5,282 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castleford Henry Moore Junior School Ashton Road , WF10 5AX | - not rated | 313 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Smawthorne Infant School Ashton Road , WF10 5AX | - not rated | 313 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smawthorne Henry Moore Academy Ashton Road , WF10 5AX | 3out of 4 | 313 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Castleford Ashton Road , WF10 5AX | - not rated | 313 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Half Acres Primary School Temple Street , WF10 5RE | - not rated | 460 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 | 1,585 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castleford High School Technology and Sports College With Hearing Impairment Resource Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | - not rated | 994 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | - not rated | 994 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 | 2,868 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School and Sixth Form College: With Speech and Language Resource Cutsyke Road , Featherstone WF7 6BD | - not rated | 2,868 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 2out of 4 | 2,961 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,668 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New College Pontefract Park Lane , WF8 4QR | - not rated | 3,668 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange School Methley Rd , WF10 1PN | - not rated | 1,636 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top School Kershaw Avenue , Airedale WF10 3ES | - not rated | 2,546 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wakefield Pathways School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 2,767 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontefract the Castle School Poplar Avenue , Townville WF10 3QJ | - not rated | 2,859 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inglebrook School Northgate Close , WF8 1JL | - not rated | 4,495 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Chilli Restaurant | 46 Beancroft Road, Castleford | 296 yd | |
| Zoe's Food Factory | 34 Beancroft Road, Castleford | 353 yd | |
| Frankies Off The Hook | 31 Beancroft Road, Castleford | 432 yd | |
| Eurest @ ASDA | Asda, Leeds Road | 523 yd | |
| Battye's Fish and Chip Restaurant | 131B Leeds Road, Glasshoughton | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castleford Bowling Club | Roundhill Road, Castleford | 104 yd | |
| Roundhill Working Mens Club | Roundhill Road, Castleford | 145 yd | |
| Smawthorne Lane Working Mens Club | Smawthorne Lane, Castleford | 281 yd | |
| Station Hotel | 12 Welbeck Street, Castleford | 630 yd | |
| Masonic Lodge | Hope Street East, Castleford | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mex Chicken Peri Peri | 8 Willow Road, Castleford | 224 yd | |
| Lindsay's Cafe | 3-7 Smawthorne Lane, Castleford | 240 yd | |
| Asquiths Fish and Chips | 77 Smawthorne Lane, Castleford | 281 yd | |
| Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway | 41 Beancroft Road, Castleford | 353 yd | |
| Adeel's | 12, Beancroft Road | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 30 Smawthorne Lane, Castleford | 197 yd | |
| ASDA | Leeds Road, Glasshoughton | 525 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Limited, Enterprise Way | 678 yd | |
| Poundland | 15-27 Albion Street, Castleford | 758 yd | |
| Morrisons | Stuart Road, Pontefract | 767 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barnes Road (Closed) Barnes Road | grass pitches | 310 yd |
| Half Acres Primary Academy TEMPLE STREET | grass pitches | 484 yd |
| King George V Playing Field, Castleford FALCON DRIVE | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| King George V Playing Field (Closed) Love Lane | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Glasshoughton Centre LEEDS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 746 yd |
| Better Bodies (Closed) Albion Street | health and fitness suite | 775 yd |
| Ymca (Castleford) COMMERCIAL STREET | 786 yd | |
| Castleford Swimming Pool (Closed) Aketon Road | swimming pool | 817 yd |
| Better Bodies (Closed) Wesley Street | health and fitness suite | 847 yd |
| Savile Park LUMLEY STREET | grass pitches | 885 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.