Wakefield is a cathedral city located in West Yorkshire, England. Situated on the River Calder, it serves as the administrative centre for the wider Metropolitan Borough of Wakefield. The city is part of the Yorkshire and the Humber region and falls within the West Yorkshire Built-up Area.
According to the 2021 census, the city had a population of 109,766, reflecting an increase from 99,251 in 2011. The broader Metropolitan Borough of Wakefield has a 2024 population of 367,666, making it the 27th most populous district in England.