LS9 in Leeds is undergoing active gentrification with modest growth metrics across most indicators. Property prices have appreciated at 2.9% compound annual growth over five years, while rental values have grown more substantially at 5.5% annually over the same period. Population expansion has been limited at 1.0% over five years. The district's trajectory score of 44.1 out of 100 places it at the 18th percentile nationally, indicating below-average performance relative to UK postcode districts. The divergence between rental and capital growth suggests rental yields may appeal to income-focused investors, though the gentrification phase remains active and development patterns remain evolving.
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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 0.2 points this month to 44/100, driven mainly by safety.
19 planning applications submitted in LS9 over the last six months, 2 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Change of use from motorcycle showroom and workshop to furniture showroom; part demolition of existing single storey element; reduction to boundary wall; alterations to parking provisions and reinstated kerbJun 2026 · pending
- Change of use of industrial and warehouse unit to mixed use, part retention as warehouse and storage space and part 5 bed HMO; associated alterations to fenestrationJun 2026 · pending
- Change of use from metal recycling facility to liquid food waste recycling facilityJan 2026 · Decided
Leeds (LS9) common questions
Is Leeds up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Leeds (LS9) as Active. Its trajectory score is 44/100 (Average), in the top 81% of districts nationally. The score is down 3.8 points over the last 12 months.
Is Leeds safe?
Leeds has a safety score of 41/100 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 (LS9) 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 (LS9) is £1,115 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Leeds?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Leeds (LS8), Leeds (LS1), Leeds (LS10), Leeds (LS2), Leeds (LS11). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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