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Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Leeds / Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston

About

Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston are located in the eastern part of Leeds, offering a mix of residential and rural surroundings. The area includes Garforth, a well-established suburb with local amenities, schools, and transport links, including the A1(M) and Garforth railway station. Swillington and Little Preston are smaller, more rural settlements, with open farmland and green spaces, providing a quieter pace of life.

The area benefits from a blend of convenience and countryside, with easy access to Leeds city centre while retaining a semi-rural character. Local facilities include shops, pubs, and community centres, catering to everyday needs. The nearby St Aidan's RSPB nature reserve and Rothwell Country Park offer outdoor recreation opportunities, appealing to nature enthusiasts and families alike.

Area overview

On average Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston is £41,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
12.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston Population
6,963
Population density
451.8 per km²

Demographics

British
6,535
93.89%
Other White
75
1.08%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
45
0.65%
Chinese
44
0.63%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
44
0.63%
Total population: 6,960

Housing

Owns outright
1,212
40.13%
Owns with a mortgage
990
32.78%
Social rents from council
500
16.56%
Private landlord or letting agency
206
6.82%
Other social rented
48
1.59%
Total households: 3,020

Property prices in Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £244,000 in Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £825,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£345,000
Flats3£65,000
Semi-Detached40£231,250
Terraced7£185,000

10 years price trend in Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston

All postcodes in Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston

LS251DB

Westway

LS251LF

Nelson Croft

LS257FE

Glencoe Gardens

LS268QF

Swillington Lane

LS268QW

Whitecliffe Rise

LS268UF

Goody Cross Lane

LS268UH

Astley Avenue
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.