Wood Lane is in Rothwell, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS26 0QN 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 0QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS26 0PB, LS26 0PA, LS26 0LL, LS26 0QP, LS26 0LJ, LS26 0NY, LS26 0PD, LS26 0LH, LS26 0NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS26 0QN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 51.2% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 53.1% | 48.8% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 33.9% | 37.8% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 44.5% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 7.2% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.4% | 51.6% | -0.8% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 36.7% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 8.1% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.6% | 14.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.1% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 14.4% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.6% | 8.2% | -2.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 19.2% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 32.7% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 96.9% | 94.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.6% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wood Lane was 65.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.9% lower than the Rothwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wood Lane has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Rothwell and the 1053rd lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2016-08-26 | £332,157 |
| 28 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2016-04-26 | £358,272 |
| 26 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2016-04-21 | £414,003 |
| 30 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2013-07-19 | £374,795 |
| 26 Wood Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2011-07-22 | £368,453 |
LS26 0QN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Church of England Academy, Rothwell Queensway , Rothwell LS26 0NB | 3out of 4 | 419 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn Haigh Road Academy Haigh Road , Rothwell LS26 0NQ | 1out of 4 | 522 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Junior School Cornwall Crescent , Wood Lane LS26 0RA | 3out of 4 | 532 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell Primary School Carlton Lane , Rothwell LS26 0DJ | 3out of 4 | 634 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell St Mary's RC Primary School Royds Lane , Rothwell LS26 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,094 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 | 2,376 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodillian Academy Longthorpe Lane , Lofthouse WF3 3PS | 3out of 4 | 2,786 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy 2 St Georges Road , Middleton LS10 4UZ | - not rated | 3,521 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn John Charles Academy Old Run Road , LS10 2JU | 1out of 4 | 4,292 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,382 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 | 2,917 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Leeds Academy Middleton Road , LS10 3JA | 3out of 4 | 3,229 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southway Middleton Road , Belle Isle LS10 3JA | - not rated | 3,252 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 4,162 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salute At The White Swan | Church Street, Rothwell | 171 yd | |
| Tobias Bar | 31 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 437 yd | |
| Gray's | 37 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 437 yd | |
| Cafe Friday And Mini Cafe | Church Hall, Rothwell Baptist Church | 446 yd | |
| Mirchiz Indian Restaurant | 30A Commercial Street, Rothwell | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hare And Hounds Inn | Commercial Street, Rothwell | 316 yd | |
| Black Bull Inn | Commercial Street, Rothwell | 437 yd | |
| Rothwell WMC | Marsh Street, Rothwell | 488 yd | |
| The Black Bull | Commercial Street, Rothwell | 517 yd | |
| The British Oak | 7 Marsh Street, Rothwell | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway (Rothwell) | 6 Jail Yard Parade, Rothwell | 377 yd | |
| New Ko Shing | 18 Manor Road, Rothwell | 429 yd | |
| Alfresco Pizzeria | 20 Manor Road, Rothwell | 429 yd | |
| The Fish Bar | 44 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 451 yd | |
| Peggottys | 22 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B And M Retail Ltd | 73 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 316 yd | |
| Morrisons (Rothwell) | 1 Jail Yard Parade, Rothwell | 377 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | Carlton Lane, Rothwell | 643 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Rothwell Ce Academy QUEENSWAY | grass pitches | 337 yd |
| Bodymania Fitness Centre MARSH STREET | health and fitness suite | 422 yd |
| Rothwell Windmill Youth Centre MARSH STREET | 546 yd | |
| Rothwell Squash Club STREET RECORD STREET RECORD WHITEHALL CROFT | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 607 yd |
| Wood Lane Recreation Ground MANOR CRESCENT | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Rothwell Victoria Junior School CORNWALL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Rothwell Primary School CARLTON LANE | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| Springhead Park OULTON LANE | tennis courts | 740 yd |
| Rothwell St Marys Rc Primary School ROYDS LANE | grass pitches | 770 yd |
| Rothwell Athletic Cricket Club Royds Lane | grass pitches | 908 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.