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Pontefract
City in Wakefield, United Kingdom
Overview
Pontefract is a historic market town famed for its medieval castle, licorice, and rich heritage in the heart of West Yorkshire. The city blends old-world charm with convenient modern amenities, welcoming travelers to explore local history and culture. Its walkable center and friendly community make for a relaxed visit.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Metropolitan District
Wakefield
Population
44,710
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.69°, -1.31°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
76
LGBTQ+ Safety
77
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
96
Monthly Cost
$2,154
Local Cost
$1,290
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
9.3°C
Summer Avg
15.4°C
Winter Avg
3.6°C
Record High
31.3°C
Record Low
-8.8°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
738 mm
Internet Speed
128 Mbps
Upload
23 Mbps
Latency
18 ms
City Vibrancy
100
Coworking
0
Cafes
33
Nightlife
44
Parks
23
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
LBA
Distance
30 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 37 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 74/100.
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