Is LS12 5EL a safe place to live?

Yes, LS12 5EL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 37 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in LS12 5EL?

The average property price in LS12 5EL is currently around £255k.

What is the population of LS12 5EL?

The population for the LS12 5EL area is approximately 233 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

WHITEHALL ROAD, LS12 5EL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITEHALL ROAD, LS12 5EL.

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Population

233

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 34,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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3/10

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8/10

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3/10

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9/10

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1/10

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6/10

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5/10

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10/10

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7/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates LS12 5EL — age 49, 92% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £255k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LS12 5EL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Whitehall Road, 0.1km from Low Moor Side in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Farnley & Wortley ward and the Leeds West constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k.

Census 2021 statistics for LS12 5EL are sourced from Output Area E00059169 (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 LS12 5EL. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

13 sales · Mean £ 251,730

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

LS12 5EL has low crime rates — 37 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 offences36

Shoplifting16

Burglary7

Anti-social behaviour5

Other theft5

school Local Schools

The Farnley Academy

Requires Improvement1443 pupils1.1 km

Lawns Park Primary School

Good240 pupils1.5 km

Cobden Primary School

Requires Improvement234 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

The Woodcock0.7 km
New Farnley And District Community Association0.3 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Late Shop (Co-op Food)0.3 km

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Craven's Of New Farnley0.3 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

New Farnley Cafe And Dining0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Cottingley2.5 km
Morley3.4 km
Bramley (W Yorks)3.4 km

Bus Stops

Walsh Lane0.1 km
Walsh Lane0.2 km
Wolley Avenue0.2 km
Wolley Avenue0.2 km
New Farnley Cem0.3 km