The Dell is in Castleford and in Wakefield district. WF10 5TX 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 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Dell, Castleford, WF10 5TX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF10 5TU, WF10 5UW, WF10 5TS, WF10 5TJ, WF10 5TZ, WF10 5TH, WF10 5TY, WF10 5JS, WF10 5TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WF10 5TX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 48% | 47.1% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 52% | 52.9% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WF10 5TX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% 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 | 28.3% | 27.6% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 62.9% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 7.3% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 63.1% | 51.5% | -11.6% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 34.8% | 6.3% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 6.6% | 9.9% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.1% | 12% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 12% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.9% | 19.7% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 19.7% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 30.6% | 12.0% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 6.3% | 1.8% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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 | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 5.5% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.8% | 92.2% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 94.5% | 90.1% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 4.7% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 5% | 3.9% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 89.5% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 0.9% | -2.8% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Dell was 38.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.6% lower than the Altofts and Whitwood average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
The Dell has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 114 local areas in Altofts and Whitwood and the 232nd lowest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 The Dell, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2017-03-24 | £354,798 |
| 7 The Dell, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £20,388 | 2007-06-29 | £29,796 |
| 3 The Dell, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £116,500 | 2002-10-21 | £315,290 |
| 3 The Dell, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £79,950 | 2001-08-24 | £269,930 |
| 7 The Dell, Castleford, West Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £106,995 | 2000-06-29 | £400,937 |
| Full-Time Employee | 142 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 526 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy Methley Road , WF10 1PN | 2out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Half Acres Primary Academy Temple Street , WF10 5RE | 3out of 4 | 1,624 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Common Primary Academy Castleford Road , WF6 1QU | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smawthorne Henry Moore Primary School, Castleford Ashton Road , WF10 5AX | 2out of 4 | 2,151 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy Cutsyke Road , Featherstone WF7 6BD | 3out of 4 | 2,712 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleford Academy Ferrybridge Road , WF10 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 2,900 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Freeston Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | 2out of 4 | 3,402 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Airedale Academy Crewe Road , Airedale WF10 3JU | 3out of 4 | 4,936 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 4,999 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 | 4,695 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLG Wakefield Parish Rooms , Snydale Road WF6 1HY | - not rated | 3,221 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Well School Rook Hill Road , WF8 2DD | 3out of 4 | 4,689 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dig Inn by Westysandco | Diggerland, Willowbridge Lane | 326 yd | |
| Huggamug @ Yorkshire Strength | Unit B18, Speedwell Road | 527 yd | |
| Twisted Tree | Whitwood Common Lane, Castleford | 616 yd | |
| Baxterstorey | Dunhills Pontefract Plc, Whitwood Common Lane | 952 yd | |
| Cutsyke Cafe | Cutsyke Sports And Social Club, Aketon Road | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castleford Rugby Union Fc | Whitwood Common Lane, Castleford | 450 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | Whitwood Common Lane, Castleford | 616 yd | |
| Cutsyke Working Mens Club | Cutsyke Sports And Social Club, Aketon Road | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitwood Fisheries | 6 Wood Lane, Castleford | 516 yd | |
| 42 The Bakehouse | 42 Whitwood Common Lane, Castleford | 616 yd | |
| JJ's Sandwiches | 1A Lumley Avenue, Castleford | 736 yd | |
| Post Office & The Sandwich Maker | 157 Aketon Road, Castleford | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitwood Recreation Ground WILLOWBRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 176 yd |
| Castleford Rufc WHITWOOD COMMON LANE | grass pitches | 373 yd |
| Castleford Swimming Pool (Closed) Aketon Road | swimming pool | 1,075 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 189.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.