Castleford Road is in Normanton and in Wakefield district. WF6 2EU is located in the Normanton 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 Castleford Road, Normanton, WF6 2EU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WF6 2ET, WF6 2HA, WF6 2EX, WF6 2EP, WF6 2EZ, WF6 1QE, WF6 2HG, WF6 2HQ, WF6 2EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WF6 2EU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 51.3% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 46.3% | 48.7% | 2.4% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 28.8% | 32.7% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 46.5% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 11.5% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 46.3% | 36.6% | -9.7% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 40.5% | 7.7% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 17% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 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 | 27.5% | 24.5% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 10.7% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 16.5% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5.4% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 17.2% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 23.8% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.6% | 99% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 95.9% | 94.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 95.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castleford Road was 202.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.9% higher than the Normanton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castleford Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Normanton and the 176th highest crime rate of 1,130 local areas in Wakefield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 131.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154 Castleford Road, Normanton, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,000 | 1997-08-30 | £226,417 |
| 156 Castleford Road, Normanton, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £29,000 | 1995-11-08 | £132,960 |
WF6 2EU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. John the Baptist Catholic Primary School Beckbridge Lane , WF6 2HZ | 3out of 4 | 473 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Common Primary Academy Castleford Road , WF6 1QU | 3out of 4 | 589 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton All Saints CofE Infant School High Street , WF6 1NR | 4out of 4 | 646 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Junior Academy Church Lane , WF6 1EY | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton Altofts Junior School Ash Tree Gardens , Altofts WF6 2NF | 3out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Freeston Favell Avenue , WF6 1HZ | 2out of 4 | 998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy Cutsyke Road , Featherstone WF7 6BD | 3out of 4 | 3,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Fields Warmfield View , WF1 4SF | 4out of 4 | 5,098 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 672 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 4,240 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springfield Centre Pontefract Road , Crofton WF4 1LL | 3out of 4 | 4,836 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Duck Egg Bakery (Tea Room) | 262 Castleford Road, Normanton | 281 yd | |
| The Kitchen | The Well Project At Haw Hill Park, Castleford Road | 540 yd | |
| Kitty's Hut | Normanton Town Hall, High Street | 665 yd | |
| Thursday Chat Club | Normanton Town Hall, High Street | 665 yd | |
| Trennerys Cafe | 50 High Street, Normanton | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopetown Liberal Club | Nelson Street, Normanton | 28 yd | |
| New Carlton Social Club | Carlton Green, Normanton | 313 yd | |
| Black Swan | 1 Castleford Road, Normanton | 540 yd | |
| The Junction Inn | Market Place, Normanton | 982 yd | |
| Midland Hotel | Market Street, Normanton | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Fisheries | 159 Castleford Road, Normanton | 132 yd | |
| Lucky Dragon | 142 Castleford Road, Normanton | 238 yd | |
| Wonderful | 256-260 Castleford Road, Normanton | 281 yd | |
| The Fish Bar | 312 Castleford Road, Normanton | 401 yd | |
| Anisa's | 315 Castleford Road, Normanton | 510 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | High Street, Normanton | 684 yd | |
| Lidl | Altofts Road, Normanton | 931 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haw Hill Park CASTLEFORD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 336 yd |
| Fitness Zone BENSON LANE | health and fitness suite | 441 yd |
| Ultra Flex Normanton RIPLEY DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 450 yd |
| St John The Baptist Catholic Primary School BECKBRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| Freeston Academy FAVELL AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,004 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.