LS26 0AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Commercial Street, 0.4km from Churchfields in Rothwell (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Rothwell ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.
For families considering a move, LS26 0AW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for LS26 0AW are sourced from Output Area E00058628 (shared with 34 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COMMERCIAL STREET, LS26 0AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMMERCIAL STREET, LS26 0AW.
338
44
£ 38,900 /yr
52%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LS26 0AW spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. 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 LS26 0AW. 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
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS26 0AW is moderate at 54 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
- Commercial St Meynell Avenue0.1 km
- Gillett Lane0.1 km
- Rothwell Library0.1 km
- Rothwell War Mem0.1 km
- Park West0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS260AW · Data under Open Government Licence