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Castleford, England, United Kingdom – United Kingdom Flag

Current Date And Time In Castleford, United Kingdom

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
19:23:19 BST
State: England
Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (BST)
Population: 45,106
District: City and Borough of Wakefield

🗺 Map of Castleford, England, United Kingdom – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Castleford, a city in England, United Kingdom, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Castleford β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Castleford.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United Kingdom operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Castleford, England

📍 LATITUDE
53.726°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
1.363°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)53.7259° N1.3626° W
Signed Decimal Degrees53.7259-1.3626
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)53° 43' 33" N1° 21' 45" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)53° 43.5522' N1° 21.7536' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Castleford Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:37 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:43 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 6m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:10 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Castleford’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Castleford’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,981 km
(3,716 mi) • Castleford is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
90 km
(56 mi) • Castleford is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
53.726° S, 178.637° E
The point exactly opposite Castleford through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Castleford, you'd surface nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, about 1,029 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Castleford

📍 Location Details

CityCastleford
StateEngland
CountryUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
DistrictCity and Borough of Wakefield
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population45,106
Elevation15 m / 49 ft
GPS (DD)53.7259, -1.3626

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Castleford

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: England
Parent Country: United Kingdom

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 45,106
🏆 State Rank: #245 of 4214 most populous in England
🏠 Share of England Population: 0.079%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Castleford to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around England.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
MethleyEnglandW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
LedstonEnglandNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
NormantonEnglandSW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
KippaxEnglandN5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
PontefractEnglandSE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
FeatherstoneEnglandS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Castleford to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • London
260 km (162 mi)
S of Castleford • ~4h 20m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • London
260 km (162 mi)
S of Castleford • ~4h 20m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in England

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in England, the home state of Castleford, along with each city's aerial distance from London, England's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
London51.5085° N-0.1257° W25 m0 km🗺 View Map
Birmingham52.4814° N-1.8998° W149 m163 km🗺 View Map
Manchester53.481° N-2.2374° W51 m262 km🗺 View Map
Sheffield53.383° N-1.4659° W75 m227 km🗺 View Map
Leeds53.7965° N-1.5479° W50 m272 km🗺 View Map
Liverpool53.4106° N-2.9779° W30 m286 km🗺 View Map
Bristol51.4552° N-2.5967° W21 m171 km🗺 View Map
Leicester52.6386° N-1.1317° W65 m143 km🗺 View Map
Bradford53.7939° N-1.7521° W110 m277 km🗺 View Map
Coventry52.4066° N-1.5122° W89 m138 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Leeds Bradford Airport
IATA: LBA
25 km (16 mi) from Castleford
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🌍 Castleford Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Castleford Matter

The exact GPS location of Castleford gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside England. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare England state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Castleford Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Castleford are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Castleford

The satellite view of Castleford lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full United Kingdom map

🌎 Regional Position of Castleford in England

Castleford sits within England, United Kingdom, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Castleford Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Castleford for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across England. › Browse every city in England

💻 Using Castleford Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Castleford in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United Kingdom. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Castleford Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Castleford directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Castleford. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare England CitiesAccess the full city directory for England ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Castleford Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Castleford?

The GPS coordinates of Castleford are latitude 53.7259° and longitude -1.3626°. In directional format: 53.7259° N, 1.3626° W. These coordinates mark the center of Castleford in England and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Castleford located?

Castleford is a city in England, United Kingdom, on the continent of Europe. It falls within City and Borough of Wakefield. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Castleford?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Castleford sits at: Latitude 53° 43' 33" N and Longitude 1° 21' 45" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Castleford?

Castleford has a population of approximately 45,106 people. This is roughly 0.079% of England's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in England.

🗺 How can I view Castleford on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Castleford is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 53.7259, -1.3626 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Castleford in England. For broader context, explore the England state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Castleford?

The nearest airport to Castleford is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), roughly 25 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Castleford from London?

Castleford is approximately 260 km (162 mi) from London, the capital of England, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in England.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Castleford?

Castleford sits at an elevation of approximately 15 meters (49 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for England.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Castleford?

The closest cities to Castleford include Methley, Ledston, Normanton. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Castleford today?

Today in Castleford, sunrise is at 05:37 AM and sunset is at 08:43 PM, giving a day length of 15h 6m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Castleford's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Castleford from the Equator?

Castleford is approximately 5,981 km (3,716 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 90 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Castleford?

The antipodal point of Castleford — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, roughly 1,029 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Castleford from London, the capital of United Kingdom?

Castleford is approximately 260 km (162 mi) S of London, the national capital of United Kingdom, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.