Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

SPRINGWELL ROAD, LS26 8EF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPRINGWELL ROAD, LS26 8EF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

275

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Avg Age

41

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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 8EF 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

LS26 8EF is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

LS26 8EF is a safe, established residential area on Springwell Road, 0.4km from Swillington in Swillington. Administratively it sits within Garforth & Swillington ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.

For families considering a move, LS26 8EF represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for LS26 8EF are sourced from Output Area E00057478 (shared with 5 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 8EF. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.4%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean2.2%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 5%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

LS26 8EF has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences75
Shoplifting12
Criminal damage and arson12
Public order9
Anti-social behaviour7

school Local Schools

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Swillington Primary School

Good192 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Swillington Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Swillington Post Office0.4 km
  • Swillington Organic Farm Ltd0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Cazs Cafe0.1 km
  • RSPB St Aidan's0.8 km
  • Table 26 Restaurant Ltd0.3 km
  • Astley Arms0.3 km
  • Grand Indian Lounge0.1 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Pizza70.3 km
  • Swillington Fisheries0.3 km
  • Indian Spice0.4 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Bridge Farm Hotel0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Swillington Miners Welfare Scheme0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Woodlesford1.8 km
  • Garforth Station4.2 km
  • Cross Gates4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Wakefield Road Hill Crest0.1 km
  • Wakefield Road Hill Crest0.1 km
  • Wakefield Rd St Mary's Avenue0.2 km
  • Wakefield Rd St Mary's Avenue0.2 km
  • Swillington Lane Wakefield Rd0.3 km