LS26 in Leeds has demonstrated modest capital appreciation with a five-year price compound annual growth rate of 3.3%, whilst rental growth has outpaced this at 5.2% over the same period. The district scores 50.4 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, placing it in the 52nd percentile nationally and indicating average performance relative to other UK postcodes. Population growth has remained limited at 1.1% over five years, though the area is classified as being in an active gentrification stage. These characteristics suggest LS26 exhibits rental yield potential, though capital growth remains constrained compared to stronger-performing markets.
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- 1Property prices up 2.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.1% per year
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What's changing in Leeds · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.9 points this month to 52/100, driven mainly by safety.
37 planning applications submitted in LS26 over the last six months, 3 change of use, 2 demolition.
- Demolition of existing outbuilding. Part single storey, part two-storey side and rear extensionJun 2026 · pending
- Demolition of garage and new single storey rear extensionJun 2026 · pending
- Part retrospective change of use with associated works of former piggery buildings and associated land to a dedicated composting facility (processing and storage of waste food and associated waste), including alterations, raising of ridge height and extensions to existing structures, formation of additional vehicular access, installation of foul drainage to biodisc treatment plant, additional hardstanding and alterations to boundary treatmentsJun 2026 · pending
Leeds (LS26) common questions
Is Leeds up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Leeds (LS26) as Active. Its trajectory score is 52/100 (Strong), in the top 37% of districts nationally. The score is up 0.9 points over the last 12 months.
Is Leeds safe?
Leeds has a safety score of 64/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Leeds?
The average property price in Leeds (LS26) is £194k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Leeds?
The median monthly rent in Leeds (LS26) is £776 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Leeds?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Leeds (LS14), Leeds (LS15), Leeds (LS8), Leeds (LS9), Leeds (LS17). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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