Wakefield

Ungrouped 4, Unity 3, Independent allied with the Conservatives 1. Yorkshire cathedral city in the middle of an industrial, ex-mining area. The 'Rhubarb Triangle' is in the area, as are the power station of Ferrybridge and Kellingly colliery.

Olivia Rowley (Ossett) moved from Labour to ungrouped in February 2026. Samantha Harvey (Wakefield Rural) moved from Conservative to Reform UK in January 2026. Martin Roberts (Ackworth, North Elmsall and Upton) moved from Labour to ungrouped in September 2025.

Next local elections
2026

Election cycle
Thirds

Local authority type
Metrop

Address
Wood Street, Wakefield WF1 2HQ

Phone
01924 306090

Website
http://www.wakefield.gov.uk/

Council Tax (Band D)
£2185.93