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Rothwell

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Leeds / Rothwell

About

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.

Area overview

On average Rothwell has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 99 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 £44,080 per year. There are 9 schools in Rothwell: 8 primary (1 Outstanding and 7 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
99
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
13.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rothwell Population
20,571
Population density
1,023.9 per km²

Demographics

British
18,936
92.06%
Other White
412
2%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
185
0.9%
Indian
182
0.88%
Irish
161
0.78%
Total population: 20,570

Housing

Owns outright
3,267
36.18%
Owns with a mortgage
3,132
34.69%
Social rents from council
1,146
12.69%
Private landlord or letting agency
950
10.52%
Other social rented
339
3.75%
Total households: 9,029

Property prices in Rothwell

Based on 283 recent sales, the median property price is £255,000 in Rothwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £14,000 up to £850,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached67£410,000
Flats12£163,500
Semi-Detached136£249,500
Terraced68£209,500

10 years price trend in Rothwell

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Data Sources

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