leeds LS26 Postcodes

Leeds (LS26)

The LS26 postcode area is located in the Leeds postcode town region, within the county of West Yorkshire, and contains a total of 972 individual postcodes.

There are 30 electoral wards in the LS26 postcode area, including Ilkley, Leeds, Otley, Pudsey, Tadcaster, Wetherby which come under the local authority of the Leeds Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 19% of people in LS26 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of LS26 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The LS26 postcode is located in the Leeds operational area in Yorkshire, England and includes the communities of Garforth, Swillington, Oulton, Rothwell and Kippax. It covers a total of 43.6 square kilometres and has an estimated population of over 30,000.

Garforth is the largest centre in LS26 with a population of over 11,500, while Swillington is the smallest with an estimated population of about 2,000 people.Garforth provides several amenities including a shopping centre, leisure centre, cafés, restaurants, pubs, health service and primary and secondary schools.

Oulton is home to Oulton Hall, a luxurious golf and spa resort and is also popular for its wide range of shops, restaurants, pubs and other amenities. Rothwell is a former coal mining town with a unique and fascinating town centre. Kippax is an expanding residential and corporate development centre with a rich cultural tapestry of events, meetings and opportunities for families to get involved in.

Other places within LG26 include Whitkirk, Allerton Bywater, Woodlesford, Mickletown and Great Preston. There are many green spaces and parks in LS26 that are regularly enjoyed by locals, such as Elland Wood, Apperley Bridge Mills and Swillington Farms. The Leeds-Liverpool Canal runs through the area with plenty of towpaths, ideal for walks and bike rides.

LS26 schools include special education schools, a college, a sixth form college and a variety of primary and secondary schools. Public transport is plentiful with regular buses travelling in and around LS26 and the surrounding areas, as well as a train station located in Garforth.

The postcode has close proximity to local tourist attractions such as the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Grand Theatre, Leeds Corn Exchange and several shops, restaurants, wine bars, pubs, clubs and other leisure venues. Furthermore, the region is easily accessible from the M1 and M62 motorways.

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