Back Meynell Avenue is in Rothwell, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS26 0QQ is located in the Rothwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Elmet and Rothwell. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Back Meynell Avenue, Rothwell, Leeds, LS26 0QQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS26 0NZ, LS26 0NY, LS26 0LH, LS26 0LQ, LS26 0RX, LS26 0LF, LS26 0EJ, LS26 0EH, LS26 0PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS26 0QQ 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 Back Meynell Avenue was 50.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.7% lower than the Rothwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Back Meynell Avenue has the 20th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Rothwell and the 804th lowest crime rate of 2,525 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sycamores Back Meynell Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2018-12-07 | £501,872 |
| The Sycamores Back Meynell Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2010-01-29 | £445,948 |
LS26 0QQ 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunslet Nursery School Sussex Gardens , Off Low Road LS10 2LA | - not rated | 4,209 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Nursery School Lake Lock Road , Stanley WF3 4HW | - not rated | 4,281 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rothwell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Queensway , Rothwell LS26 0NB | - not rated | 279 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Academy, Rothwell Queensway , Rothwell LS26 0NB | - not rated | 279 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell Primary School Carlton Lane , Rothwell LS26 0DJ | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell Infant School Carlton Lane Rothwell , LS26 0DJ | - not rated | 513 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rothwell West Junior School Carlton Lane , Rothwell LS26 0DJ | - not rated | 609 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton First School Middleton Park Avenue , LS10 4HU | - not rated | 5,111 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oulton Academy Pennington Lane , Oulton LS26 8EX | 4out of 4 | 2,079 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royds School Pennington Lane , Oulton LS26 8EX | - not rated | 2,152 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodillian School Longthorpe Lane , Lofthouse WF3 3PS | - not rated | 2,871 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodillian Academy Longthorpe Lane , Lofthouse WF3 3PS | 3out of 4 | 2,871 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul RC School Sharp Lane , LS10 4QE | - not rated | 3,455 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clapgate Middle School Cranmore Drive , LS10 4AW | - not rated | 2,970 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Isle Middle School Middleton Road , LS10 3JA | - not rated | 3,592 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Park High School Acre Road , Middleton LS10 4DE | - not rated | 4,339 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunslet CofE Middle School Church Street , LS10 2QY | - not rated | 4,860 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Blenkinsop Middle School Sissons Terrace , Middleton LS10 4LQ | - not rated | 5,399 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastfield School Holmsley Lane , Woodlesford LS26 8RY | - not rated | 1,735 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Broomfield School Broom Place , LS10 3JP | - not rated | 3,262 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Broomfield South SILC Broom Place , LS10 3JP | 3out of 4 | 3,262 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Leeds Academy Middleton Road , LS10 3JA | 3out of 4 | 3,572 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southway Independent School Middleton Road , Leeds LS10 3JA | - not rated | 3,594 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salute At The White Swan | Church Street, Rothwell | 214 yd | |
| Mirchiz Indian Restaurant | 30A Commercial Street, Rothwell | 248 yd | |
| Wood Fire Dine The Pizzeria | 34 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 248 yd | |
| Tobias Bar | 31 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 249 yd | |
| Gray's | 37 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bull Inn | Commercial Street, Rothwell | 249 yd | |
| Hare And Hounds Inn | Commercial Street, Rothwell | 257 yd | |
| The Black Bull | Commercial Street, Rothwell | 303 yd | |
| Rothwell WMC | Marsh Street, Rothwell | 307 yd | |
| The British Oak | 7 Marsh Street, Rothwell | 397 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway (Rothwell) | 6 Jail Yard Parade, Rothwell | 192 yd | |
| The Fish Bar | 44 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 248 yd | |
| Peggottys | 22 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 248 yd | |
| Lucky Choice | 13 Marsh Street, Rothwell | 397 yd | |
| New Ko Shing | 18 Manor Road, Rothwell | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons (Rothwell) | 1 Jail Yard Parade, Rothwell | 192 yd | |
| B And M Retail Ltd | 73 Commercial Street, Rothwell | 257 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | Carlton Lane, Rothwell | 620 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodymania Fitness Centre MARSH STREET | health and fitness suite | 279 yd |
| Holy Trinity Rothwell Ce Academy QUEENSWAY | grass pitches | 283 yd |
| Rothwell Windmill Youth Centre MARSH STREET | 388 yd | |
| Rothwell Squash Club STREET RECORD STREET RECORD WHITEHALL CROFT | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 388 yd |
| Springhead Park OULTON LANE | tennis courts | 516 yd |
| Rothwell St Marys Rc Primary School ROYDS LANE | grass pitches | 585 yd |
| Rothwell Athletic Cricket Club Royds Lane | grass pitches | 696 yd |
| Rothwell Primary School CARLTON LANE | grass pitches | 696 yd |
| Rothwell Victoria Junior School CORNWALL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 852 yd |
| Wood Lane Recreation Ground MANOR CRESCENT | grass pitches | 857 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.