Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

WELL CLOSE, LS26 8BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELL CLOSE, LS26 8BG.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 41,100 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LS26 8BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. 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.

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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 44, LS26 8BG has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £160k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LS26 8BG is a safe, established residential area on Well Close, 0.3km from Preston, Great in Allerton Bywater. Administratively it sits within Garforth & Swillington ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.

For families considering a move, LS26 8BG represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LS26 8BG are sourced from Output Area E00057471 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS26 8BG. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 160,000

5 sales · Mean £ 154,200

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LS26 8BG has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences30
Burglary9
Public order7
Vehicle crime5
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Great Preston VC CofE Primary School

Good237 pupils0.6 km
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Brigshaw High School

Good1391 pupils0.7 km
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Kippax Greenfield Primary School

Requires Improvement150 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Patel News0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Great Preston Snooker And Sports Club0.2 km
  • The New Inn (Great Preston)0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Happy Kitchen0.5 km
  • Chickandos0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Garforth3.6 km
  • Woodlesford3.6 km
  • Garforth Station3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Gt Preston Sprt Clb0.1 km
  • Gt Preston Sprt Clb0.2 km
  • Gt Preston Corner0.2 km
  • Gt Preston Corner0.3 km
  • Great Preston Corner0.3 km