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Pontefract, England, United Kingdom – United Kingdom Flag

Current Date And Time In Pontefract, United Kingdom

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
21:39:44 BST
State: England
Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (BST)
Population: 44,710
District: City and Borough of Wakefield

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Pontefract, 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 Pontefract 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 Pontefract.

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 Pontefract, England

📍 LATITUDE
53.691°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
1.313°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)53.6911° N1.3127° W
Signed Decimal Degrees53.6911-1.3127
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)53° 41' 28" N1° 18' 46" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)53° 41.4642' N1° 18.7614' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Pontefract Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:39 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:41 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 2m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:10 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Pontefract’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,977 km
(3,714 mi) • Pontefract is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
87 km
(54 mi) • Pontefract is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
53.691° S, 178.687° E
The point exactly opposite Pontefract through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Pontefract, you'd surface nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, about 1,028 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 Pontefract

📍 Location Details

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

📈 Area & Population

Population44,710
Elevation69 m / 226 ft
GPS (DD)53.6911, -1.3127

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Pontefract

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 44,710
🏆 State Rank: #249 of 4214 most populous in England
🏠 Share of England Population: 0.078%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Pontefract 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
FerrybridgeEnglandNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
FeatherstoneEnglandSW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
DarringtonEnglandSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
KnottingleyEnglandNE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Low AckworthEnglandS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
ByramEnglandNE5 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 Pontefract to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • London
256 km (159 mi)
S of Pontefract • ~4h 16m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • London
256 km (159 mi)
S of Pontefract • ~4h 16m 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 Pontefract, 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
30 km (19 mi) from Pontefract
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🌍 Pontefract Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Pontefract Matter

The exact GPS location of Pontefract 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 Pontefract 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 Pontefract are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Pontefract

The satellite view of Pontefract 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 Pontefract in England

Pontefract 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 Pontefract Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Pontefract 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 Pontefract Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Pontefract 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 Pontefract Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Pontefract 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 Pontefract. 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 Pontefract Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Pontefract?

The GPS coordinates of Pontefract are latitude 53.6911° and longitude -1.3127°. In directional format: 53.6911° N, 1.3127° W. These coordinates mark the center of Pontefract in England and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Pontefract located?

Pontefract 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 Pontefract?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Pontefract sits at: Latitude 53° 41' 28" N and Longitude 1° 18' 46" 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 Pontefract?

Pontefract has a population of approximately 44,710 people. This is roughly 0.078% 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 Pontefract on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Pontefract is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 53.6911, -1.3127 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Pontefract in England. For broader context, explore the England state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Pontefract?

The nearest airport to Pontefract is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), roughly 30 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Pontefract from London?

Pontefract is approximately 256 km (159 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 Pontefract?

Pontefract sits at an elevation of approximately 69 meters (226 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 Pontefract?

The closest cities to Pontefract include Ferrybridge, Featherstone, Darrington. 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 Pontefract today?

Today in Pontefract, sunrise is at 05:39 AM and sunset is at 08:41 PM, giving a day length of 15h 2m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Pontefract's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Pontefract from the Equator?

Pontefract is approximately 5,977 km (3,714 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 87 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 Pontefract?

The antipodal point of Pontefract — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, roughly 1,028 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 Pontefract from London, the capital of United Kingdom?

Pontefract is approximately 256 km (159 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.