Is LS26 8WU a safe place to live?

Yes, LS26 8WU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 23 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in LS26 8WU?

The average property price in LS26 8WU is currently around £459k.

What is the population of LS26 8WU?

The population for the LS26 8WU area is approximately 379 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

CHESTNUT GROVE, LS26 8WU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTNUT GROVE, LS26 8WU.

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Population

379

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LS26 8WU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10

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10/10

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3/10

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9/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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8/10

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8/10

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Area Character

LS26 8WU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £459k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 7.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LS26 8WU is a safe, established residential area on Chestnut Grove, 0.3km from Leventhorpe in Rothwell (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Rothwell ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS26, LS26 8WU offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £459k, up 7.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LS26 8WU are sourced from Output Area E00058607 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS26 8WU. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%

Asian / British Asian3.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.5%

Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 401,250

8 sales · Mean £ 401,311

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LS26 8WU has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences14

Burglary6

Vehicle crime5

Criminal damage and arson3

Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

Woodlesford Primary School

Requires Improvement431 pupils0.8 km

Oulton Primary School

Good334 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby

Howgate And Farrar Of Woodlesford Ltd0.6 km
Smiffies0.9 km
The Home Bakery0.5 km
The Floating Gift Shop0.7 km
Aberford Road Service Station0.8 km
+ 2 more

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby

Midland Hotel0.6 km
Bridge Farm Hotel1.0 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Zoya Restaurant0.8 km
The Two Pointers0.9 km
Rothwell FC Ltd0.5 km

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Supermarkets