Wood Lane is in Rothwell, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS26 0PG is located in the Rothwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Elmet and Rothwell. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wood Lane, Rothwell, Leeds, LS26 0PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS26 0PF, LS26 0NH, LS26 0UQ, LS26 0NQ, LS26 0NJ, LS26 0PE, LS26 0PQ, LS26 0LN, LS26 0RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS26 0PG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.6% | 53.7% | -2.9% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 43.4% | 46.3% | 2.9% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.5% | 34.1% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.6% | 43.3% | -1.3% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 11.1% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 16.4% | 10.6% | -5.8% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.5% | 33.2% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 36.1% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 20.9% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 13.1% | 5.7% | -7.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 4.1% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.5% | 21.2% | -17.3% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 17.8% | 3.7% | 9.6% | 8.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 12.5% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.2% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 15.9% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 21.6% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 95.2% | 93.4% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
In this area, 96.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.2% | 96.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 96.7% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wood Lane was 96.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.2% higher than the Ardsley & Robin Hood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wood Lane has the 61st highest crime rate of 149 local areas in Ardsley & Robin Hood and the 1102nd highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2024-02-23 | £191,514 |
| 77 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-10-03 | £249,589 |
| 91 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2015-10-30 | £281,417 |
| 91 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2013-08-14 | £278,924 |
| 79 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2013-07-19 | £207,352 |
LS26 0PG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in LS26 0PG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cockburn Haigh Road Academy Haigh Road , Rothwell LS26 0NQ | 1out of 4 | 92 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Junior School Cornwall Crescent , Wood Lane LS26 0RA | 3out of 4 | 251 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Academy, Rothwell Queensway , Rothwell LS26 0NB | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell Primary School Carlton Lane , Rothwell LS26 0DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School Royds Lane , Rothwell LS26 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royds Academy Pennington Lane , Oulton LS26 8EX | - not rated | 2,784 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodillian Academy Longthorpe Lane , Lofthouse WF3 3PS | 3out of 4 | 3,107 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy 2 St Georges Road , Middleton LS10 4UZ | - not rated | 3,442 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn John Charles Academy Old Run Road , LS10 2JU | 1out of 4 | 3,993 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy Neville Road , LS9 0TT | - not rated | 5,186 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Learning Academy Neville Road , LS15 0NN | 3out of 4 | 4,972 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield South SILC Broom Place , LS10 3JP | 3out of 4 | 2,699 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Leeds Academy Middleton Road , LS10 3JA | 3out of 4 | 2,947 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southway Middleton Road , Belle Isle LS10 3JA | - not rated | 2,961 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 4,606 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| LS-TEN Unit 1 Airedale Industrial Estate , 1-4 Kitson Road LS10 1NT | - not rated | 5,184 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Friday And Mini Cafe | Church Hall, Rothwell Baptist Church | 3 yd | |
| Wood Lane Bakery | 133 Wood Lane, Rothwell | 444 yd | |
| Fosters Caterers | Central House, Leeds Road | 598 yd | |
| Salute At The White Swan | Church Street, Rothwell | 614 yd | |
| Megabites | 10 Gillett Lane, Rothwell | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hare And Hounds Inn | Commercial Street, Rothwell | 760 yd | |
| Black Bull Inn | Commercial Street, Rothwell | 856 yd | |
| Rothwell WMC | Marsh Street, Rothwell | 912 yd | |
| The Black Bull | Commercial Street, Rothwell | 915 yd | |
| The British Oak | 7 Marsh Street, Rothwell | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Ko Shing | 18 Manor Road, Rothwell | 287 yd | |
| Alfresco Pizzeria | 20 Manor Road, Rothwell | 287 yd | |
| Rothwell Tandoori | 1 Woodland Crescent, Rothwell | 290 yd | |
| Subway (Rothwell) | 6 Jail Yard Parade, Rothwell | 796 yd | |
| The Fish Bar | 44 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B And M Retail Ltd | 73 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 760 yd | |
| Morrisons (Rothwell) | 1 Jail Yard Parade, Rothwell | 796 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | Carlton Lane, Rothwell | 1,069 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rothwell Victoria Junior School CORNWALL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 351 yd |
| Holy Trinity Rothwell Ce Academy QUEENSWAY | grass pitches | 463 yd |
| Wood Lane Recreation Ground MANOR CRESCENT | grass pitches | 589 yd |
| Bodymania Fitness Centre MARSH STREET | health and fitness suite | 859 yd |
| Rothwell Windmill Youth Centre MARSH STREET | 981 yd | |
| Rothwell Squash Club STREET RECORD STREET RECORD WHITEHALL CROFT | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 996 yd |
| Springhead Park OULTON LANE | tennis courts | 1,013 yd |
| Rothwell Primary School CARLTON LANE | grass pitches | 1,022 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 163.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.