LeedsLS3
Leeds · Yorkshire and The Humber
Leeds LS3 has experienced moderate property price appreciation at 2.9% annually over five years, while rental growth has outpaced capital growth at 5.5% annually, suggesting investor emphasis on yield over capital gains. The district scores 48.4 out of 100 for investment trajectory, placing it in the 39th percentile nationally and indicating average performance relative to other postcodes. Population growth of 1.0% over five years reflects relatively stable demographic conditions. The area's late-stage gentrification status indicates prior cycles of urban regeneration, though further transformation potential may be limited compared to earlier-stage districts. These metrics collectively suggest a stable but unspectacular investment profile, with rental income presenting a more compelling component than capital appreciation for property investors considering this location.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 2.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.5% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.0% per year
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What's changing in Leeds · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.9 points this month to 49/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
7 planning applications submitted in LS3 over the last six months.
- T1 & T2 Silver Birch: Dead trees. Fell. T3 - Ash: fell due to a major longiudinal split in the main trunk. T3 ? Ash: Fell due to a major longitudinal split in the main trunk, rendering the tree an immediate safety hazard. This is a retrospective application. The tree removal works were completed on Friday 19 June 2026.Jun 2026 · pending
- Certificate of Existing Lawful Development for Use as a house in multiple occupationJun 2026 · pending
- Consent, agreement or approval required by conditions 15 (Drainage Management) and 29 (Electric Vehicle Charging Points) of Planning Application 22/02505/FUJun 2026 · pending
Leeds (LS3) common questions
Is Leeds up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Leeds (LS3) as Late-Stage. Its trajectory score is 49/100 (Average), in the top 54% of districts nationally. The score is down 5.0 points over the last 12 months.
Is Leeds safe?
Leeds has a safety score of 17/100 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 (LS3) is £269k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Leeds?
The median monthly rent in Leeds (LS3) is £1,115 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Leeds?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Leeds (LS2), Leeds (LS4), Leeds (LS10), Leeds (LS1), Leeds (LS5). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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