Leeds Road is in Cutsyke, Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 5HH is located in the Altofts and Whitwood 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 Leeds Road, Cutsyke, Castleford, WF10 5HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 5DY, WF10 5HQ, WF10 5DZ, WF10 5DU, WF10 5HA, WF10 5HE, WF10 5HF, WF10 5HG, WF10 5JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF10 5HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 51.9% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.6% | 48.1% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 5HH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.8% 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 | 40.6% | 53.8% | 13.2% | 37.9% | 15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 31% | -9.6% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Separated | 5% | 2.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8.6% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 39.8% | 35.6% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 38.5% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 19.2% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 5% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.2% | 22.9% | -12.3% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 11.4% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 15.7% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 8.6% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 16.7% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 19% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 9.1% | 5.7% | -3.4% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 91.8% | 95% | 3.2% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 94.3% | 90.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 7.1% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 90.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.1% | 37.2% | 10.9% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leeds Road was 161.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.8% higher than the Altofts and Whitwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Leeds Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 114 local areas in Altofts and Whitwood and the 274th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Leeds Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2024-04-30 | £110,036 |
| 3 Leeds Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-06-23 | £117,067 |
| 11 Leeds Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-04-04 | £116,327 |
| 1 Leeds Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2020-06-30 | £80,866 |
| 11 Leeds Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2018-09-12 | £105,658 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ackton Pastures Primary Academy College Grove , Whitwood WF10 5NS | 3out of 4 | 549 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Half Acres Primary Academy Temple Street , WF10 5RE | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Castleford Ashton Road , WF10 5AX | 2out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy Methley Road , WF10 1PN | 2out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Castleford Pontefract Road , WF10 4JB | 3out of 4 | 1,779 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 | 1,985 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 | 2,333 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 3,891 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Freeston Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | 2out of 4 | 4,183 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School Mill Hill Lane , WF8 4JF | 3out of 4 | 4,994 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 | 3,842 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 | 4,037 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Wakefield Parish Rooms , Snydale Road WF6 1HY | - not rated | 4,073 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutsyke Cafe | Cutsyke Sports And Social Club, Aketon Road | 114 yd | |
| Eurest, Northern Power Grid | 98 Aketon Road, Castleford | 469 yd | |
| Eurest @ ASDA | Asda, Leeds Road | 750 yd | |
| Scufflers | 34 High Street, Castleford | 882 yd | |
| Marmaris Grill | 32 High Street, Castleford | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutsyke Working Mens Club | Cutsyke Sports And Social Club, Aketon Road | 114 yd | |
| Black Bull | 36 Lumley Street, Castleford | 804 yd | |
| Roundhill Working Mens Club | Roundhill Road, Castleford | 824 yd | |
| Castleford Bowling Club | Roundhill Road, Castleford | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Office & The Sandwich Maker | 157 Aketon Road, Castleford | 36 yd | |
| The Sandwich Shack | 26 Leeds Road, Cutsyke | 65 yd | |
| Double Dragon | 21 Leeds Road, Cutsyke | 95 yd | |
| Panku @ | Asda, Leeds Road | 750 yd | |
| The New Cherry Blossom | 20 Lumley Street, Castleford | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | Leeds Road, Glasshoughton | 737 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 30 Smawthorne Lane, Castleford | 966 yd | |
| Morrisons | Albion Street, Castleford | 1,076 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castleford Swimming Pool (Closed) Aketon Road | swimming pool | 369 yd |
| King George V Playing Field (Closed) Love Lane | grass pitches | 382 yd |
| Cutsyke Recreation Ground (Green Lane) GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 384 yd |
| King George V Playing Field, Castleford FALCON DRIVE | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| Savile Park LUMLEY STREET | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| Half Acres Primary Academy TEMPLE STREET | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Barnes Road (Closed) Barnes Road | grass pitches | 785 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.