LS26 0DN is a safe, established residential area on Windmill Lane, 0.6km from Churchfields in Rothwell (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Rothwell ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.
For families considering a move, LS26 0DN represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for LS26 0DN are sourced from Output Area E00058637 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WINDMILL LANE, LS26 0DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINDMILL LANE, LS26 0DN.
293
46
£ 38,900 /yr
47%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 46, LS26 0DN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £165k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS26 0DN. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 155,000
3 sales · Mean £ 146,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS26 0DN has low crime rates — 34 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 Primary School
Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School
Carlton Primary School
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy, Rothwell
Victoria Junior School
Cockburn Haigh Road Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Rimis News Food And Wine1.0 km
- Carlton Post Office0.9 km
- Charlotte Cakes, Danielles Desserts0.4 km
- Deans Butchers0.5 km
- One Below0.4 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Alfresco Pizzeria1.0 km
- New Ko Shing1.0 km
- Lucky Choice0.3 km
- The Fish Bar0.5 km
- Peggottys0.5 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Carlton Social Club0.6 km
- Hare And Hounds Inn0.4 km
- Rothwell WMC0.5 km
- The Black Bull0.5 km
- The British Oak0.3 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Dill And Bay Restaurant0.3 km
- Gray's0.5 km
- Megabites0.7 km
- Mirchiz0.5 km
- Rothwell Catering (Springhead Park Cafe)0.7 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores0.1 km
- B And M Retail Ltd0.4 km
- Morrisons (Rothwell)0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodlesford2.8 km
- Outwood4.0 km
- Normanton6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Rothwell School0.2 km
- Rothwell School0.2 km
- Victoria Avenue0.2 km
- Stainton Lane0.3 km
- Marsh Street Library0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LS260DN · Data under Open Government Licence