Potholes and damaged pavements
Report potholes, damaged road surfaces and problems with pavements directly to Wakefield Council.
Report a pothole or damaged pavement:
Wakefield Council – Potholes and damaged pavements
If you believe a road defect presents an immediate danger, Wakefield Council asks residents to call 0345 8 506 506, which operates 24 hours a day.
Street lighting
Problems with streetlights should be reported through Wakefield Council's street-lighting service. Wakefield Council works with Amey to provide public lighting.
Report a streetlight problem:
Wakefield Council – Street Lighting
For a street-lighting emergency, such as a damaged column exposing electrical wires or a knocked-down column, call 0800 783 1654 (24 hours).
Road signs and street furniture
Problems with road signs, street nameplates, guard rails, flashing signs and other highway furniture can also be reported online.
Report a problem:
Wakefield Council – Road Signs & Street Furniture