Rothwell ward is located in the southern part of Leeds, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. The ward includes the town of Rothwell, along with surrounding neighborhoods such as Woodlesford, Oulton, and Carlton. It is bordered by the River Aire to the north and features a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces. The area has a strong industrial heritage, with historical ties to coal mining and manufacturing.
Rothwell ward is served by several local amenities, including schools, parks, and shopping areas. The ward has good transport links, with the M1 and M62 motorways nearby, as well as rail connections from Woodlesford station. Rothwell Park is a notable green space, offering recreational facilities and walking trails. The ward has a mix of housing types, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to a range of residents.
On average Rothwell has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 96 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rothwell is £44,065 per year. There are 9 schools in Rothwell: 8 primary (1 Outstanding and 7 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 296 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Rothwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £14,000 up to £705,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 68 | £398,000 |
| Flats | 12 | £159,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 140 | £247,500 |
| Terraced | 76 | £211,000 |
10 years price trend in Rothwell
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Swithen's Lane
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Rothwell Inner
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Love Lane
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Wood Lane
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The Gateway
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Lay Garth Close
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Coleridge Close
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Langdale Road
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Woodlesford & Oulton
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Elmfield
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Aberford Road
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Greengate
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Highfield Mount
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New Farmers Hill
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Alma Street
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New Farmers Hill
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Applegarth
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Leeds Road
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Leeds Road
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Rothwell Outer
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Carr Lane
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De Lacies Road
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Butcher Lane
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Leeds Road
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Church Street
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Church Street
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Haighside Drive
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Swithens Grove
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Castle Lodge Garth
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Stone Croft Court
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Oxendale Close
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Fieldway Chase
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Aberford Road
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Leeds Road
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Eshald Lane
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Aberford Road
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Ogilby Court
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Hungate Lane
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Chapel Street
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Cross Street
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Windmill Field Road
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Cotswold Road
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Cornwall Close
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Windmill Chase
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Castle Lodge Mews
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Holmsley Field Lane
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Hungate Lane
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Ashton Crescent
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Prospect Place
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Rothwell Inner
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Park Lane
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Rothwell Outer
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St Clements Avenue
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St Clements Rise
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Oulton Drive
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Langdale Road
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Leeds Road
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Royds Lane
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Airedale Grove
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Parkways Court
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Chapel Street
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Rothwell Outer
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Wood Lane
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Rothwell Inner
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Leeds Road
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Smithson Street
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Talbot Terrace
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Gillett Drive
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Park Lane
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Eighth Avenue
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Sandyacres
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Home Lea
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Wood Lane
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Haighside Drive
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Buller Street
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Bentley Square
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Bernard Street
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Aberford Road
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White Street
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Woodlesford & Oulton
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Holmsley Field Lane
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Hawthorn Grove
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Perseverance Terrace
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St Christopher's Avenue
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Kings Chase
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St Clements Close
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Haighside
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Haighside Drive
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Coleridge Close
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Bentley Square
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Aberford Road
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Airedale View
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Bryngate
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Northwood Park
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Church Street
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Holmsley Garth
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West View
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Aberford Road
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Newmarket Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.