Moving to Leeds (LS27)

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Planning a move to LS27? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Leeds area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Leeds. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Leeds

Based on 860 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in LS27 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£215,000
Average Price (all types)£232,366

By Property Type

Detached£365,000 (127 sales)
Semi-Detached£242,000 (303 sales)
Terraced£173,000 (309 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£119,000 (99 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Leeds

As with many well-connected urban areas, Leeds sees higher-than-average recorded crime. This is common in districts with busy high streets, nightlife, and transport hubs — and doesn't necessarily reflect the experience of residents in quieter residential streets.

LS27 Total Crimes (13 months)5,391
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average105% above average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,990 (115% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour492 (16% above avg)
Public Order391 (116% above avg)
Vehicle Crime215 (62% above avg)
Shoplifting890 (306% above avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson352 (84% above avg)
Burglary280 (192% above avg)
Other Theft346 (99% above avg)
Drugs89 (4% below avg)
Robbery85 (136% above avg)
Theft from Person30 (39% below avg)
Bicycle Theft17 (26% below avg)
Possession of Weapons40 (54% above avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Leeds

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Leeds, council tax is managed by Leeds. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1522.49
B£40,001 – £52,000£1776.23
C£52,001 – £68,000£2029.98
D£68,001 – £88,000£2283.73
E£88,001 – £120,000£2791.23
F£120,001 – £160,000£3298.72
G£160,001 – £320,000£3806.22
H£320,001+£4567.46

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Leeds

54.6 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the LS27 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)22

Green Spaces in Leeds

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in LS27 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

95% of residential postcodes in LS27 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Leeds

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the LS27 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)1
Primary1
Secondary0
Nursery0

Broadband in Leeds

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for LS27 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

93.8 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the LS27 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)98.7%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)97.6%
Gigabit capable97.0%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.0%

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Energy Performance in Leeds

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for LS27 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score68
Total rated properties8958

Homes in LS27 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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