Reeds Rains Castleford Local Area Guide

Why move to Castleford?

From its roots as a Roman settlement to a mining town, Castleford is the place to live. With redevelopment still ongoing, the area already has an 'Xscape' entertainment complex, Junction 32 shopping outlet and the Millenium 'S' shaped Castleford bridge over the river Aire. The town itself has plenty to offer including shops, the market, children's parks, cricket, skiing, the cinema, bowling, restaurants and pubs. With lots of new housing developments the town is expanding at a rapid rate.

The property market in Castleford remains strong with a steady supply of homes and continued demand from buyers and renters. The town benefits from excellent motorway connections via the M62, M1 and A1(M), while two local train stations provide convenient links to Leeds, Wakefield, York and beyond, making it an ideal location for commuters.

Castleford appeals to a wide range of residents including first-time buyers, young professionals, couples and growing families. The town has a selection of local schools and employment opportunities both within the town and in nearby cities.

The area offers a wide variety of property types including traditional terraced homes, semi-detached and detached family houses, as well as modern new-build developments and riverside properties along the River Aire.

Castleford is also well known for its strong sporting and cultural heritage. The town is home to the Castleford Tigers Rugby League Club and is the birthplace of the world-renowned sculptor Henry Moore. Historic landmarks such as Queen’s Mill highlight the town’s industrial past and the Castleford Forum museum and library showcase the area’s history from Roman times to the present day.

The rental market in Castleford has grown significantly in recent years, driven by the town’s affordability and excellent transport links. Two-bedroom properties are currently achieving on average £750–£900 per calendar month, while three-bedroom homes typically rent between £850–£1,200 depending on the location and property type. There is also strong demand for larger family homes, creating a healthy market for a wide range of rental properties.

Castleford offers a good selection of shopping options including major supermarkets such as Asda, Aldi, Morrisons, Tesco, Co-op and Sainsbury’s, alongside independent retailers and the town’s traditional market. Junction 32 and Xscape provide additional shopping, dining and entertainment options, with a variety of restaurants, cafés, cinema, bowling and indoor skiing facilities available nearby.

With its growing amenities, strong sense of community, good transport connections and increasing demand for housing, Castleford continues to attract buyers, renters and investors looking for good value property in a well-connected Yorkshire town.