LS26 0HG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Fifth Avenue, 0.2km from John o'Gaunts in Rothwell (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Rothwell ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LS26 0HG is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 47% 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 rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £193k, up 10.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LS26 0HG are sourced from Output Area E00165675 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FIFTH AVENUE, LS26 0HG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIFTH AVENUE, LS26 0HG.
194
37
£ 38,900 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS26 0HG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 47% of tenure in LS26 0HG — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 10.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS26 0HG. The average age is 37.0. 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
£ 182,000
7 sales · Mean £ 169,285
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS26 0HG has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Oulton Primary School
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy, Rothwell
Cockburn Haigh Road Academy
Woodlesford Primary School
Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School
Victoria Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- John O Gaunts Post Office And Indulge Desserts0.4 km
- The SweetMobile Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- 1Pizza1.com0.4 km
- G J Fisheries0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Rothwell Catering (Springhead Park Cafe)1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Rothwell Labour Club0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodlesford1.5 km
- Cross Gates5.4 km
- Outwood5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Sixth Avenue0.2 km
- Park Lane0.2 km
- Sixth Avenue0.2 km
- Park Lane0.2 km
- Springhead Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LS260HG · Data under Open Government Licence