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Pontefract, United Kingdom
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Pontefract is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 44,710. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 44,710 |
| Population Density | 342 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.6911°, -1.3127° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.8 inches (1,163 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.1 inches (36 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $43,688 |
| Median Age | 41.5 years |
About Pontefract
Pontefract is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 44,710. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Pontefract vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Pontefract vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,688 |
| 42% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,688 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $840 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.9% |
| 36% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,069 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.0% |
| Public Transit | 4.8% |
| Work from Home | 22.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $247,510 |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,092 |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 63.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 36.6% |
| Housing Units | 17,884 |
Property Tax
Climate in Pontefract
Pontefract has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 803 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 130.7 sq mi (338.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 342/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.6911°N, 1.3127°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
Pontefract has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.3% |
| 28% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 40.6% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 342/sq mi |
| Total Area | 130.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.0% |
| Public Transit | 4.8% |
| Work from Home | 22.5% |
Schools in Pontefract
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family and St Michael's RC Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Cherry Tree Academy | - | - | - | - |
| High Well School | - | - | - | - |
| The Rookeries Carleton Junior and Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Carleton High School | - | - | - | - |
| Larks Hill Junior and Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Carleton Park Junior and Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Giles C of E Academy | - | - | - | - |
| De Lacy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The King's School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pontefract
40 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heart South Wales | adult contemporary, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Capital FM Cymru | bilingual, contemporary | AAC 48 kbps | |
| HearMe - Classic Hard Rock | classic hard rock | MP3 | |
| BBC Radio Wales (128k) | music, news | UNKNOWN | |
| Rotherham Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Cymru (128k) | entertainment, music | UNKNOWN | |
| News Radio UK | information, news | AAC | |
| ARP Radio | dub, dub techno | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The British Home Front Radio Service | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rother Radio (Rotherham & Sheffield) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Yo1 Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SD Radio | dance, dnb | MP3 128 kbps | |
| broradio | community radio, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Past Perfect Radio | 20s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Camarthenshire | local news, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Cymru 2 (128k) | music, news | UNKNOWN | |
| Heart North Wales | local news, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation Radio Wales | contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Leeds Student Radio | student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Tempo 107.4 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Phoenix Radio | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Harrogate Hospital Radio | classic hits, hospital radio | MP3 | |
| Hear Me - top pop | pop, pop music | MP3 | |
| Jorvik Radio | - | AAC 320 kbps | |
| HearMe - trance | trance | MP3 | |
| Doncaster Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| University Radio York | - | MP3 48 kbps | |
| HWD Hospital Radio | - | AAC+ 112 kbps | |
| Powerhouse Radio | christian, christian contemporary | MP3 | |
| SMILE RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rhubarb Radio | local radio, music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Drystone Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Revolution Radio Online | - | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Erewash Sound | - | MP3 | |
| Sine FM | - | MP3 | |
| North Derbyshire Radio | classic hits, hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Sheffield Live! | community radio, sheffield | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mondo Radio | community radio, variety | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Dragon Radio | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart West Wales | commercial, pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Pontefract
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashworth Barracks Victoria Cross Museum | ||||
| Castleford Forum Museum | ||||
| Colton Medieval Village | ||||
| Cooper Art Gallery | ||||
| Cusworth Hall | ||||
| Danum Gallery, Library and Museum | ||||
| Elsecar Heritage Centre | ||||
| Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre | ||||
| Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry Museum | ||||
| Leeds City Museum | ||||
| Leeds Museums Discovery Centre | ||||
| M&S Company Archive: Marks in Time | ||||
| Maurice Dobson Museum | ||||
| Mental Health Muesum | ||||
| Middleton Railway Museum | ||||
| Pontefract Museum | ||||
| Royal Armouries | ||||
| South Yorkshire Air Museum | ||||
| South Yorkshire Transport Museum | ||||
| South Yorkshire Transport Trust | ||||
| Temple Newsam House | ||||
| Thackray Medical Museum | ||||
| Wagon Hoist Mini Musem | ||||
| Wakefield Museum | ||||
| West Yorkshire History Centre | ||||
| Worsbrough Mill Museum | ||||
| Wortley Top Forge |
Libraries in Pontefract
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Askern Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belle Isle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belle Isle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bessacarr Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishopthorpe Common Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boston Spa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brotherton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cantley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castleford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapel Allerton Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapel Allerton Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapeltown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapeltown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapeltown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Compton Centre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Compton Centre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Conisbrough Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Copmanthorpe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crossgates Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cudworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Darfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dewsbury Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dewsbury Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dodworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dringhouses Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edward Boyle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Featherstone Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Fulford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garforth Library & One Stop Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Greasbrough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Halton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Health Sciences Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hemsworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Horbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hoyland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hunslet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Intake Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kippax Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Laidlaw Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds Conservatoire Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds Conservatoire Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Library@The Lightbox | 0.0 | |||||
| Mapplewell and Staincross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Methely Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mexborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Middleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Middleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mini library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mini library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moor Allerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Normanton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Polish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontefract Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rawmarsh Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Richmond Hill Rec Hall & library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Royston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Scholes library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seacroft Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seacroft Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Selby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shadwell Independent Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sherburn-in-Elmet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Elmsall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sprotbrough Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St James's Hospital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stanley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swinton Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tadcaster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The British Library Document Supply Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| The Leeds Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Leeds Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thorpe Hesley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thorpe Hesley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Upton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Valley Gardens Pop Up Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wakefield One | 0.0 | |||||
| Walton Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Warmsworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wath upon Dearne Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wetherby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whinmoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wombwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Worsbrough Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pontefract
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnsley Markets | |||||
| Castleford Market Hall | |||||
| Chapeltown Market | |||||
| Corn Exchange | |||||
| Doncaster Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Goose Hill Market | |||||
| Hoyland Market | |||||
| Indoor Market | |||||
| Leeds Kirkgate Market (Indoor) | |||||
| Leeds Kirkgate Market (Outdoor) | |||||
| Market Place | |||||
| Meat And Fish Market | |||||
| Mexborough Market | |||||
| Outdoor Market | |||||
| Pontefract Market Hall | |||||
| Pontefract Outdoor Market | |||||
| Selby Livestock Auction Mart | |||||
| South Elmsall Market |
Hotels in Pontefract
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pontefract
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pontefract
32 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Pontefract
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pontefract
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Pontefract
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Pontefract
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Pontefract
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pontefract
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pontefract
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pontefract
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Pontefract
8 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Pontefract
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Pontefract
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Brewery | ||||
| Ainsty Ales | ||||
| Arthington Brewery (area) | ||||
| Arthington Brewery (area) | ||||
| Bosun's Brewery | ||||
| Chantry Brewery | ||||
| Chin Chin Brewing Company | ||||
| Crooked Brewery | ||||
| DMC Brewery | ||||
| DMC Brewery | ||||
| HB Clark And Co Ltd | ||||
| Hilltop Brewery Tap | ||||
| Horbury Ales | ||||
| Jolly Boys' Brewery | ||||
| Leeds Brewery | ||||
| Leeds Brewery | ||||
| Luddite Brewing Co | ||||
| Morton Collins Brewing Co | ||||
| Nailmaker Brewing | ||||
| Northern Monk Refectory LDS | ||||
| Northern Monk Refectory LDS | ||||
| Pig Love Brewery | ||||
| Pig Love Brewery | ||||
| Ridgeside Brewery | ||||
| Selby (Middlebrough) Brewery | ||||
| Springwell - North Brewing Co | ||||
| Springwell - North Brewing Co | ||||
| Tarn 51 | ||||
| Tartarus Beers | ||||
| The Old Flax Store | ||||
| Thomas Fawcett | ||||
| Tigertops Brewery | ||||
| Wetherby Brew Co |
Stadiums & Teams in Pontefract
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pontefract
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds Bradford Airport | LBA | Large Airport |
| Leeds East Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Leeming | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Topcliffe | - | Medium Airport |
| Acaster Malbis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Askern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bagby Thirsk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bankwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beeches Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Birds Edge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blackmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boon Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breighton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridge Cottage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Burn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Butterfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Calton Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Camphill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Caunton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coal Aston Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crosland Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Darley Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Darlton Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Dishforth Village Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Felixkirk Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Finningley Village Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garforth Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haxey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Headon Microlight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Holly Meadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ings Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jericho Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kirton-in-Lindsey Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Low Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manor House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Pontefract
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ladybalk Post Office | |
| Love Lane Post Office | |
| Pontefract Post Office | |
| Willow Park Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Pontefract
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AshField Medical Clinic | ||
| BUPA | ||
| Cygnet Pindar Rehabilitation Centre | ||
| Leeds Private Trichology Clinic | ||
| St George's Medical Centre | ||
| The Whitehall Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pontefract
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Central Methodist Church | |
| Church of the Holy Family | |
| Micklegate Methodist Church | |
| Pontefract Congregational Church | |
| Quaker Meeting House | |
| Salvation Army | |
| St. Giles | |
| St. Joseph Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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What is the population of Pontefract?
Pontefract has a population of 44,710 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 342 people per square mile, spread across 130.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.
Is Pontefract expensive to live in?
The median household income is $43,688, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $247,510 (12% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,092 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Pontefract?
Pontefract has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Pontefract?
Pontefract has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $840. There are 4,069 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Pontefract?
The median home value in Pontefract is $247,510. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,092. The homeownership rate is 63.4%.
How are the schools in Pontefract?
24.3% of adults in Pontefract hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.6% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Pontefract?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Pontefract is 5.2% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 4.7% Asian. 93.8% of residents speak only English at home. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 6.6% of residents have a disability.