Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

SCOTCHMAN LANE, LS27 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCOTCHMAN LANE, LS27 0BJ.

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

520

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS27 0BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income 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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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LS27 0BJ spans multiple life stages — average age 33, moderate ownership and renting. £183k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 143.0% year-on-year.

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

LS27 0BJ is a safe, established residential area on Scotchman Lane, 0.7km from America Moor in Morley (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Morley South ward and the Morley and Outwood constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £183k, up 143.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LS27 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00187148 (shared with 11 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 LS27 0BJ. The average age is 32.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.6%
Asian / British Asian9.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed5.0%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 145,000

14 sales · Mean £ 139,603

Semi-Detached

£ 245,500

4 sales · Mean £ 237,750

Detached

£ 321,250

2 sales · Mean £ 321,250

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

LS27 0BJ has low crime rates — 45 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.

Violence and sexual offences54
Anti-social behaviour23
Shoplifting21
Burglary20
Public order13

school Local Schools

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Fountain Primary School

Good405 pupils0.4 km
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Bruntcliffe Academy

Good1146 pupils1.1 km
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The Morley Academy

Outstanding1471 pupils1.1 km
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St Francis Catholic Primary School, Morley

Good235 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Kris Corner0.4 km
  • Fountain Street News0.6 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy Withn Fountain Medical Centre1.0 km
  • Victoria Filling Station (Shell)1.0 km
  • Sushi Daily0.3 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Old Vicarage Hotel0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Halfway House0.1 km
  • Morley Masonic Club0.3 km
  • Nigel Bell Catering0.3 km
  • Stump Cross Inn0.6 km
  • The Morley Dashers0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Frankies Express0.6 km
  • Franklin Smiths The Kitchen0.6 km
  • Little Scallywags0.5 km
  • McDonalds (Morley)0.6 km
  • Zoya Morley1.0 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Leeds Home Shopping Centre (Asda)0.7 km
  • Aldi Stores0.9 km
  • Asda0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Morley Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Altered Management UK/Sabrosa Mexican0.2 km
  • Beckys Sandwiches And Pastries1.0 km
  • Anmol Cuisine1.0 km
  • Man Wah0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Morley2.1 km
  • Batley3.1 km
  • Cottingley3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Howley Park Road0.1 km
  • Howley Park Road0.1 km
  • Bruntcliffe Road Scotchman Ln0.2 km
  • Bruntcliffe Road Scotchman Ln0.2 km
  • Fountain St Britannia Road0.2 km