LS26 0QL is a mixed residential area located 0.1km from Churchfields in Rothwell (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Rothwell ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £335k.
Census 2021 statistics for LS26 0QL are sourced from Output Area E00058626 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LS26 0QL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS26 0QL.
251
41
£ 38,900 /yr
59%
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
LS26 0QL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 73% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS26 0QL. The average age is 41.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 335,000
2 sales · Mean £ 335,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS26 0QL is moderate at 61 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
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy, Rothwell
Victoria Junior School
Cockburn Haigh Road Academy
Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School
Carlton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Rimis News Food And Wine0.5 km
- Wood Lane Store0.9 km
- Charlotte Cakes, Danielles Desserts0.4 km
- Deans Butchers0.3 km
- One Below0.1 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Cafe Friday And Mini Cafe0.6 km
- Wood Lane Bakery0.9 km
- Dill And Bay Restaurant0.4 km
- Gray's0.3 km
- Megabites0.4 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Alfresco Pizzeria0.5 km
- New Ko Shing0.5 km
- Rothwell Tandoori0.8 km
- Lucky Choice0.4 km
- The Fish Bar0.3 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Hare And Hounds Inn0.1 km
- Rothwell WMC0.3 km
- The Black Bull0.4 km
- The British Oak0.4 km
- Black Bull Inn0.3 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores0.4 km
- B And M Retail Ltd0.1 km
- Morrisons (Rothwell)0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodlesford2.6 km
- Outwood4.4 km
- Cross Gates6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Holy Trinity Church0.1 km
- Ingram Parade Church Street0.1 km
- Rothwell Ingram Pde0.1 km
- Holy Trinity Church0.1 km
- Commercial St Meynell Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS260QL · Data under Open Government Licence