LS26 0AT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on West Parade, 0.4km from Churchfields in Rothwell (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Rothwell ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LS26 0AT is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £178k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for LS26 0AT are sourced from Output Area E00058622 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST PARADE, LS26 0AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST PARADE, LS26 0AT.
243
43
£ 38,900 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 36% social renting, LS26 0AT is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS26 0AT. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 146,500
2 sales · Mean £ 146,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS26 0AT is moderate at 53 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.
school Local Schools
Rothwell Primary School
Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy, Rothwell
Cockburn Haigh Road Academy
Victoria Junior School
Carlton Primary School
Oulton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Rimis News Food And Wine0.8 km
- Charlotte Cakes, Danielles Desserts0.2 km
- Deans Butchers0.0 km
- One Below0.2 km
- The Original Factory Shop0.2 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Cafe Friday And Mini Cafe0.8 km
- Dill And Bay Restaurant0.2 km
- Gray's0.0 km
- Megabites0.1 km
- Mirchiz0.0 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- 1Pizza1.com1.0 km
- Alfresco Pizzeria0.8 km
- New Ko Shing0.8 km
- Lucky Choice0.2 km
- The Fish Bar0.0 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Hare And Hounds Inn0.2 km
- Rothwell WMC0.1 km
- The Black Bull0.1 km
- The British Oak0.2 km
- Black Bull Inn0.0 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores0.5 km
- B And M Retail Ltd0.2 km
- Morrisons (Rothwell)0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodlesford2.4 km
- Outwood4.5 km
- Normanton6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Gillett Lane0.1 km
- Commercial St Meynell Avenue0.1 km
- Rothwell War Mem0.1 km
- Park West0.1 km
- Rothwell Library0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS260AT · Data under Open Government Licence