LS27 0BH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Scotchman Close, 0.6km from America Moor in Morley (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Morley South ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.
For families considering a move, LS27 0BH represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £214k.
Census 2021 statistics for LS27 0BH are sourced from Output Area E00058209 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCOTCHMAN CLOSE, LS27 0BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCOTCHMAN CLOSE, LS27 0BH.
291
48
£ 45,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
LS27 0BH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS27 0BH. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 200,000
7 sales · Mean £ 192,427
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS27 0BH is moderate at 52 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.
school Local Schools
Fountain Primary School
The Morley Academy
Bruntcliffe Academy
St Francis Catholic Primary School, Morley
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Kris Corner0.5 km
- Fountain Street News0.7 km
- Sushi Daily0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Old Vicarage Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Halfway House0.3 km
- Morley Masonic Club0.5 km
- Nigel Bell Catering0.5 km
- Stump Cross Inn0.6 km
- The Morley Dashers0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Frankies Express0.8 km
- Franklin Smiths The Kitchen0.7 km
- Little Scallywags0.3 km
- McDonalds (Morley)0.4 km
- Mermaid Fish Restaurant0.3 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Leeds Home Shopping Centre (Asda)0.5 km
- Asda0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Morley Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Altered Management UK/Sabrosa Mexican0.4 km
- Man Wah0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Morley2.2 km
- Batley2.9 km
- Cottingley4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Howley Park Road0.1 km
- Howley Park Road0.1 km
- Scotchman Ln Bridge0.2 km
- Scotchman Ln Bridge0.2 km
- Morley ASDA0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LS270BH · Data under Open Government Licence