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Living in Castleford: Property Area Guide

West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber · Population 38,000

House Prices in Castleford

£165,000

Average

£270,000

Detached

£170,000

Semi-Detached

£125,000

Terraced

£90,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Castleford

Castleford offers some of the most affordable property in West Yorkshire. The town has reinvented itself with Xscape and Junction 32 retail park. Property prices are very low but transport links are good for Leeds commuting.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Castleford is a former coal mining town at the confluence of the Aire and Calder rivers. Xscape Yorkshire provides skiing, climbing, and entertainment. The Henry Moore Institute connection celebrates the sculptor born nearby. Castleford Tigers RLFC has a passionate following.

Transport & Commuting

Northern trains reach Leeds in about 20 minutes. The M62 junction 32 is nearby. Xscape and Junction 32 outlet village are at the motorway interchange.

Train to London

140m to London Kings Cross (via Leeds)

Nearest Motorway

M62, A1(M)

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • Castleford Academy
  • Airedale Academy
  • Three Lane Ends Primary

Healthcare

Pontefract Hospital (nearby)

Best Areas to Live in Castleford

Whitwood

Glasshoughton

Allerton Bywater

Property Buying Tips for Castleford

Whitwood has family estates. Glasshoughton is near Xscape. Cutsyke has affordable terraces. Allerton Bywater is a village option. Methley has character and river access.

Local Authority

Council

Wakefield Council

Council Tax

£1,660 (Band D)

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