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Temple Newsam

About

Temple Newsam ward lies on the eastern edge of Leeds, encompassing a mix of residential suburbs and significant green spaces. The area is defined by several distinct neighbourhoods, including Halton, Whitkirk, and Colton. Its eastern boundary is largely formed by the M1 motorway, providing a clear demarcation from the wider city. Housing here is primarily composed of post-war estates and some older terraced homes, serving a settled residential community.

The ward's dominant feature is the expansive Temple Newsam Park, a historic estate with a Tudor-Jacobean house at its core. The park offers extensive woodlands, farmland, and formal gardens, shaping the area's character. This large country park is a central resource for both recreation and local heritage, contrasting with the surrounding suburban streets. The presence of this estate provides a unique rural atmosphere within the city's boundaries.

Area overview

On average Temple Newsam has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 145 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Temple Newsam is £50,569 per year. There are 8 schools in Temple Newsam: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Temple Newsam is home to around 22,488 people, with a population density of about 1,828.0 per km2.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

145

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Temple Newsam Population

22,488

Population density

1,828 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

66.26(+52%)

Shoplifting

26.55(+208%)

Anti-social behaviour

21.39(+55%)

Public order

14.76(+65%)

Criminal damage and arson

12.81(+51%)

Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

British

18,722

83.25%

African

881

3.92%

Other White

858

3.82%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

266

1.18%

Irish

238

1.06%

Total population: 22,488

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

5,050

27.86%

No qualifications

3,798

20.96%

Level 3 (A level)

3,035

16.75%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

2,466

13.61%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

1,958

10.8%

Total 16+ residents: 18,124

Housing

Owns outright

3,451

36.46%

Owns with a mortgage

2,945

31.12%

Social rents from council

1,342

14.18%

Private landlord or letting agency

979

10.34%

Other social rented

508

5.37%

Total households: 9,464

Property prices in Temple Newsam

Based on 212 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Temple Newsam area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Temple Newsam over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	54	£362,500	£160,000	£259,995	£413,750	£480,000
Flats	4	£173,000	£123,000	£135,000	£213,750	£232,350
Semi-Detached	119	£241,000	£131,350	£200,998	£270,000	£367,500
Terraced	35	£218,000	£119,500	£173,500	£275,000	£349,750

10 years median price trend in Temple Newsam

All postcodes in Temple Newsam

LS159BW

Manor Croft

LS159DY

Gypsy Wood Close

LS90JR

Neville Close

LS150AZ

Kendal Drive

LS150DE

Cartmell Drive

LS150HY

Templegate Drive

LS150JQ

New Templegate

LS150PB

Stewart Close

LS150PG

Selby Road

LS157DD

Windsor Mount

LS159AU

Garland Drive

LS150BL

Coniston Gardens

LS150RD

Rathmell Road

LS157AW

Baronsway

LS157EJ

Templestowe Hill

LS157RD

Cross Street

LS157SU

Birch Crescent

LS158GR

Barrington Gardens

LS159AP

Martin Court

LS150DQ

Sycamore Close

LS150FN

Spring Rise

LS150PX

Temple Lea

LS158TP

Austhorpe Lane

LS159BB

Maltby Court

LS157HT

Selby Road

LS157RG

Chapel Street

LS158NT

Detroit Drive

LS159BG

Gibson Drive

LS159BL

Village Gardens

LS159ES

Hertford Croft

LS159HR

Temple Row Close

LS159JD

Yew Tree Lane

LS90ER

Halton Moor Avenue

LS90HR

Wykebeck Crescent

LS150AY

Coronation Parade

LS150DY

Portage Avenue

LS150JY

New Templegate

LS150LS

Sherbrooke Avenue

LS150NJ

Appleby Walk

LS157AL

Carter Avenue

LS157AN

Hollyshaw Crescent

LS157DT

Greenway

LS157EG

Graveleythorpe Road

LS157EH

Graveleythorpe Road

LS157JH

Lucy Avenue

LS157QJ

Primrose Lane

LS157QS

Primrose Grove

LS157RW

Chapel Street

LS90HN

Wykebeck Mount

LS90TT

Neville Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail