LS4 comprises predominantly residential areas in Leeds with emerging investment activity. Over five years, the district recorded a 2.9% compound annual growth rate in property prices alongside 5.5% rent growth, indicating stronger rental yields than capital appreciation. Population increased by 1.0% during this period, suggesting modest demographic expansion. The trajectory score of 52.3/100 places LS4 in the 63rd percentile nationally, categorizing it as strong relative to other UK districts. Early-stage gentrification characteristics indicate ongoing neighbourhood transition, with potential for changing property dynamics. These metrics present a mixed profile where rental income potential has outpaced capital growth, relevant for investors prioritizing yield over short-term price appreciation.
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- 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 down 1.9 points this month to 50/100, driven mainly by safety.
16 planning applications submitted in LS4 over the last six months.
- Removal of existing outbuilding; erection of outbuilding for use as a shop, office and amenities to existing marina with associated works; extension to existing car park including new EV charging pointsJun 2026 · pending
- Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for installation of floating pontoons on water to increase mooringsJun 2026 · pending
- Certificate of Existing Lawful Development for Use as a house in multiple occupationJun 2026 · pending
Leeds (LS4) common questions
Is Leeds up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Leeds (LS4) as Early. Its trajectory score is 50/100 (Average), in the top 48% of districts nationally. The score is down 0.5 points over the last 12 months.
Is Leeds safe?
Leeds has a safety score of 24/100 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 (LS4) 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 (LS4) is £1,115 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Leeds?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Leeds (LS3), Leeds (LS5), Leeds (LS2), Leeds (LS1), Leeds (LS10). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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