Neighbourhood Issues

Castle Road, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

WF2 7LU
Wakefield District (B)

Local issues reported to Fix My Street within 2 miles of WF2 7LU

Are there any local nuisances? Listing problems that have been reported by residents, including graffiti, fly tipping, broken paving slabs or street lighting.

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 6, Mountbatten Avenue, Woolgreaves, Wakefield
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Unroadworthy car parked on Mountbatten Avenue

13th May

Vehicle has been parked (and not moved) for approx. 3 months. Front wheel removed approx. 7 days ago revealing significant oil leak. Vehicle parked facing on-coming traffic.

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 6, Mountbatten Avenue, Woolgreaves, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 50, Gordon Street, Agbrigg, Wakefield
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Constant dumping zone!

1st May

Requiring dump zone for people discarding their household waste at the entrance of a child's park where family have to walk past this on a daily basis alongside trying to prevent children from hurting themselves on the broken parks of whatever has been thrown there

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 50, Gordon Street, Agbrigg, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 243, Doncaster Road, Warmfield cum Heath, Wakefield
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Car park on junction ( near pizza palace)

21st April

Car park on the junction, blocking entrance and exit I don't how long car park here, but I'm sure this car park here before 6am 21/04/2025 and now still is there, probably was here all night

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 243, Doncaster Road, Warmfield cum Heath, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Altinkool Street, Agbrigg, Wakefield
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Urgent Concern Regarding Severe Litter Accumulation

20th March

Location: Entrance to Agbrigg Park, Interior, Alleyway between Montague Street and Agbrigg Park. This report documents the alarmingly high levels of litter present at the entrance to Agbrigg Park within the park itself, and along the alleyway connecting Montague Street to the park. The sheer volume of discarded waste creates an unsanitary and aesthetically displeasing environment, posing potential health risks and negatively impacting the community. This situation is particularly concerning due to the proximity to local schools forcing children to navigate through the accumulated refuse on their way to and from school. Detailed Observations: Park Entrance: The immediate entrance to Agbrigg Park is characterized by an excessive accumulation of litter. This includes, but is not limited to: * Food packaging (wrappers, containers, fast-food remnants) * Plastic bottles and cans * Crisp packets and sweet wrappers * Cigarette butts * General refuse and debris * Park Interior: Throughout the park, litter is scattered across lawns, pathways, and around seating areas. Bins, where present, are frequently overflowing, indicating a lack of adequate waste management. Montague Street Alleyway: The alleyway connecting Montague Street to Agbrigg Park is particularly egregious. Litter is piled high in certain areas, creating a narrow and hazardous passage. The accumulation suggests prolonged neglect and a lack of regular cleaning. The waste present is of the same nature as the park entrance, but in a more concentrated and substantial quantity. Impact on Children: The proximity of local schools or the normal route children take to school to the affected areas is deeply concerning. Children are forced to walk through this unsanitary environment, exposing them to potential health risks and creating a negative impression of their local surroundings. Potential Hazards and Concerns: *Health Risks: Accumulated litter attracts pests (rodents, insects) and creates breeding grounds for bacteria, posing risks of disease transmission. * Environmental Degradation: Litter pollutes the environment, harming local wildlife and negatively impacting the ecosystem. * Aesthetic Impact: The unsightly accumulation of litter detracts from the park's beauty and reduces its appeal to residents and visitors. * Negative Community Image: The state of the park and alleyway reflects poorly on the community and suggests a lack of care and responsibility. * Child welfare: The children being forced to walk through the rubbish is unacceptable. Recommendations: * Increased Waste Management: Implement more frequent and thorough waste collection services, including the provision of additional bins and regular emptying. * Enhanced Cleaning: Conduct regular deep cleaning of the park entrance, park interior, and alleyway. * Public Awareness Campaign: Launch a public awareness campaign to educate residents about the importance of responsible waste disposal and the negative impacts of littering. * Enforcement of Littering Laws: Increase patrols and enforcement of littering laws, issuing fines to offenders. * Community Involvement: Encourage community involvement in park clean-up initiatives and adopt-a-street programs. * School Involvement: Contact the local school to help educate the children about littering, and to encourage them to use the bins provided. Conclusion: The excessive littering at Agbrigg Park and the surrounding areas is a serious issue that requires immediate attention. It is imperative that action be taken to address this problem, ensuring a clean, safe, and enjoyable environment for all members of the community, particularly children.

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Altinkool Street, Agbrigg, Wakefield
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Need barriers up

16th March

Need something doing at bottom of heath common where traffic lights are There is 2 lanes right lane is for the Neil fox way. And other lane is for wakefield. Drivers are cutting people off when there in wrong lane there is cameras up so be able to recognise it. Gonna cause an accident.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Doncaster Road, Warmfield cum Heath, Wakefield
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Pothole in this area or thereabouts.

23rd February

Pothole in the carriageway .
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 1, Elm Tree Street, Belle Vue, Wakefield
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Road sign twisted and facing wrong way

13th February

Speed bumps road sign is twisted and facing wrong way
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 437, Barnsley Road, Milnthorpe, Wakefield
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Pothole

3rd February

Pothole between 19 and 21 thornleigh Drive Wakefield
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 2-8, Thornleigh Drive, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 23, Barnsley Road, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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Water leak outside old bos depot

30th January

Manhole cover is leaking water outside the old bus depot

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 23, Barnsley Road, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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Pothole outside bus depot

28th January

Pothole outside bus depot Barnsley Road
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 8, Belle Isle Avenue, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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At least 2 deep potholes in this road

plus other smaller ones

There are at least two deep potholes, one of them about a foot wide and a couple of inches deep. People have to drive round them, which takes the vehicle too close to the pavement, or too close to parked cars.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 9;11, Thornleigh Road, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Sugar Lane, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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Mountain of Soil and Rubbish in Wakefield Cemetery

25th January

For many months, if not years, the council has utilized this space as a dumping ground for any excess soil that is not at the moment required for graveyard or general usage. The problem residents face in this scenario is that not only does it blow over onto residential houses, but onto windows, clothing and cars. Thus, creating a significant mess of the surrounding area. In addition, people are using this mountain of soil to their advantage by dumping any general waste or anything else that they no longer require. Yet, it is important to also highlight during the Summer months this mountain of soil is used as a playground amongst young people. Such scenario could lead to accidents not only by the soil, but also what has been dumped within in it. It is asked of the council to remove such waste as not only does this create influence of fly tipping, but it is not appropriate for it to be in visual sight especially in a cemetery where many across the area come to visit their family members graves.

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Sugar Lane, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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Bad parking

17th January

Parking on thornes lane and seymour street, both up to end of junctions for sandwich shop. Coming into seymour street, ive had to reverse back on to thornes lane due to bad parking. This is an every day occurrence when the sandwich shop is open.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 2, Seymour Street, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 9, Knightsway, Pledwick, Wakefield
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Deep iice on road and paths

10th January

The road on Knightsway is now at a point of being dangerous the ice is thick it seems Lynwood drive is privileged but we seem to be forgotten about for the sake off 100yards Its just a matter of time before there is a car accident at school kicking out time or a property damaged its a bit soul destroying and scary having to get up at 5.00am just in case your tyres dont grip

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 9, Knightsway, Pledwick, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Portobello Road, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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Electric pole hanging

7th January

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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Portobello Road, Belle Isle, Wakefield
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Wood on the street leaning against house n4

31st December

Various types of abandoned wood at the back of house no. 4, there is also a pallet, with the current winds it was scattered across the street
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 2, Princess Street, Portobello, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 29, Standbridge Lane, Milnthorpe, Wakefield
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3 inch deep pothole on manhole cover

27th December

New deep pothole on manhole cover on high traffic road

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 29, Standbridge Lane, Milnthorpe, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 272, Doncaster Road, Wakefield
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Nuisance and obstructions

6th December

Ongoing saga with farm across from the estate. Tonights escapades - decided to set up in the road - dark, reduced visibility, wet, mud all over the road . A dangerous stretch of road as it is with speeding motorists

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 272, Doncaster Road, Wakefield
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Some wood

22nd November

Some wood along with rubbish scattered on the street at the back of house n4, on windy days everything is scattered on the street
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 2, Princess Street, Portobello, Wakefield
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Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 4, Stillwell Drive, Woolgreaves, Wakefield
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Large branch hanging from tree

31st October

Large branch hanging from tree

Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): 4, Stillwell Drive, Woolgreaves, Wakefield
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