LS26 0AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hawthorn Grove, 0.8km from Churchfields in Rothwell (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Rothwell ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents average 53 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £291k.
Census 2021 statistics for LS26 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00058638 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWTHORN GROVE, LS26 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWTHORN GROVE, LS26 0AJ.
270
53
£ 45,900 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
LS26 0AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £291k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS26 0AJ. The average age is 53.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 300,000
3 sales · Mean £ 272,333
Detached
£ 260,000
7 sales · Mean £ 257,014
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS26 0AJ has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School
Rothwell Primary School
Carlton Primary School
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy, Rothwell
Victoria Junior School
Cockburn Haigh Road Academy
Oulton Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Charlotte Cakes, Danielles Desserts0.4 km
- Deans Butchers0.5 km
- One Below0.6 km
- The Original Factory Shop0.6 km
- Allen's Newsagents0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Carlton Social Club0.9 km
- Hare And Hounds Inn0.6 km
- Rothwell WMC0.4 km
- The Black Bull0.5 km
- The British Oak0.4 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Dill And Bay Restaurant0.4 km
- Gray's0.5 km
- Megabites0.6 km
- Mirchiz0.5 km
- Rothwell Catering (Springhead Park Cafe)0.6 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores0.4 km
- B And M Retail Ltd0.6 km
- Morrisons (Rothwell)0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Lucky Choice0.4 km
- The Fish Bar0.5 km
- Peggottys0.5 km
- Subway (Rothwell)0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodlesford2.6 km
- Outwood4.1 km
- Normanton5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Royds Lane0.3 km
- Royds Lane0.3 km
- Rothwell Library0.4 km
- Marsh Street Library0.4 km
- Victoria Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LS260AJ · Data under Open Government Licence