LS26 8DP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Woodland Grove, 0.5km from Swillington in Swillington. Administratively it sits within Garforth & Swillington ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.
For families considering a move, LS26 8DP represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £217k.
Census 2021 statistics for LS26 8DP are sourced from Output Area E00057483 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODLAND GROVE, LS26 8DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLAND GROVE, LS26 8DP.
263
49
£ 41,100 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS26 8DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
LS26 8DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 8DP. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
7 sales · Mean £ 180,857
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS26 8DP has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Swillington Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Swillington Pharmacy0.4 km
- Swillington Post Office0.5 km
- Swillington Organic Farm Ltd0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cazs Cafe0.2 km
- RSPB St Aidan's0.8 km
- Table 26 Restaurant Ltd0.4 km
- Astley Arms0.4 km
- Grand Indian Lounge0.2 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Pizza70.4 km
- Swillington Fisheries0.4 km
- Indian Spice0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bridge Farm Hotel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Swillington Miners Welfare Scheme0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodlesford1.6 km
- Garforth Station4.4 km
- Cross Gates4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Swillington Lane Wakefield Rd0.1 km
- Swillington Lane Wakefield Rd0.1 km
- Wakefield Road Hill Crest0.2 km
- Wakefield Road Hill Crest0.2 km
- Wakefield Rd Swillington Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS268DP · Data under Open Government Licence