LS26 0UJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wood Crescent, 0.6km from Rothwell in Rothwell (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Rothwell ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LS26 0UJ is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 34% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £187k, down 23.2% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LS26 0UJ are sourced from Output Area E00058663 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOOD CRESCENT, LS26 0UJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD CRESCENT, LS26 0UJ.
277
38
£ 38,900 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS26 0UJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LS26 0UJ is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 23.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS26 0UJ. The average age is 37.6. 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 mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 185,000
11 sales · Mean £ 189,271
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS26 0UJ is moderate at 55 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
Victoria Junior School
Cockburn Haigh Road Academy
Holy Trinity Church of England Academy, Rothwell
Rothwell Primary School
Carlton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Rimis News Food And Wine0.3 km
- Wood Lane Store0.2 km
- Parans Minimarket And Newsagents0.5 km
- One Below1.0 km
- The Original Factory Shop1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cafe Friday And Mini Cafe0.5 km
- Wood Lane Bakery0.2 km
- Salute At The White Swan0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Alfresco Pizzeria0.3 km
- Greggs Pantry (Rothwell)0.3 km
- New Ko Shing0.3 km
- Rothwell Tandoori0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- B And M Retail Ltd1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Hare And Hounds Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodlesford3.2 km
- Outwood4.7 km
- Leeds6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Haigh Side Drive0.2 km
- Haigh Side Drive0.2 km
- Cotswold Drive0.2 km
- Haigh Avenue0.3 km
- Haigh Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LS260UJ · Data under Open Government Licence