Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

BARNSDALE ROAD, LS26 9BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARNSDALE ROAD, LS26 9BU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

338

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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6/10
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5/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

LS26 9BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 72% 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.

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

LS26 9BU is a safe, established residential area on Barnsdale Road, 0.5km from Pinder Green in Methley. Administratively it sits within Kippax & Methley ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.

For families considering a move, LS26 9BU represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £149k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LS26 9BU are sourced from Output Area E00057423 (shared with 11 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 9BU. The average age is 35.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.1%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.6%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

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£ 149,000

1 sales · Mean £ 149,000

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

LS26 9BU has low crime rates — 20 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences16
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft3
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Methley Primary School

Good455 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Methley Pharmacy0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Boundary House0.8 km
  • Methley WMC0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Ramblers Rest0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Castleford3.1 km
  • Normanton3.6 km
  • Woodlesford4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Methley Junction0.1 km
  • Green Row0.1 km
  • Methley Junction0.2 km
  • Pinder Green Bridge0.2 km
  • Green Row0.2 km