About Belle Isle

Belle Isle is a residential area located in the city of Leeds, within the county of West Yorkshire, England. It lies to the south of the city centre, close to the River Aire, and is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian housing. The area is served by Belle Isle railway station, which provides regular services to Leeds city centre and other nearby destinations. The postcode area LS10 covers parts of Belle Isle and surrounding neighbourhoods, making it a convenient location for commuters. The area has a range of local shops, cafes, and community facilities, and is within walking distance of the city’s cultural and commercial heart. It is a well-established part of Leeds with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Belle Isle

Families in Belle Isle have access to 217 local schools. The Ruth Gorse Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 18 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Belle Isle

Homes sell for an average of £218K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £152K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Belle Isle

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Belle Isle, with 76 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Belle Isle

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Belle Isle within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Belle Isle

Belle Isle benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,507 sales

Average Price £218K
£750 — £42.5M
Detached £247K 319
Semi £160K 1,399
Terraced £149K 1,267
Flat £152K 1,401

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

123 Primary
21 Secondary
73 Other
Springwell Leeds Academy Good 99 yards Southway Independent School Good 99 yards Windmill Children's Centre Good 0.2 miles Broomfield South SILC Good 0.3 miles Windmill Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Clapgate Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Cockburn John Charles Academy Secondary Good 0.7 miles Hunslet Carr Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Sharp Lane Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Cockburn Laurence Calvert Academy Secondary Good 1 miles Middleton St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles St Marys Church of England Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Belle Isle IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Belle Isle experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,448 Children (0-15) 21%
32,466 Working Age 67%
7,629 Older (60+) 16%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 52.2% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 34.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Belle Isle 839 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Belle Isle are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

305 Violence & Sexual Offences
76 Anti-Social Behaviour
74 Vehicle Crime
64 Criminal Damage & Arson
57 Drugs
55 Other Theft
46 Public Order
44 Shoplifting
40 Burglary
37 Other Crime
22 Robbery
8 Weapons
6 Bicycle Theft
5 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Cottingley Train Station 2.6 miles
Woodlesford Train Station 3.2 miles
Morley Train Station 3.2 miles
Outwood Train Station 3.3 miles
Burley Park Train Station 4.1 miles
Cross Gates Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stourton 0.9 miles Hunslet Carr 0.9 miles Beeston Park Side 1.2 miles Hunslet 1.4 miles Robin Hood 1.4 miles Beeston Hill 1.8 miles Carlton 1.8 miles Middleton 1.8 miles Knowsthorpe 1.9 miles Thorpe on The Hill 1.9 miles Rothwell 2 miles Rothwell Haigh 2 miles

Local Government

District Leeds
Ward Hunslet & Riverside
Constituency Leeds Central
Parish Leeds, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in LS10 30 shown View all streets

A639 1 Aberfield Bank 1 Aberfield Close 1 Aberfield Crest 1 Aberfield Drive 4 Aberfield Gardens 1 Aberfield Gate 1 Aberfield Mount 2 Aberfield Road 2 Aberfield Walk 1 Acre Close 2 Acre Crescent 2 Acre Gardens 1 Acre Grove 1 Acre Mount 1 Acre Place 1 Acre Road 10 Aire Quay 1 Armouries Drive 6 Armouries Square 1 Armouries Way 1 Arthington Avenue 1 Arthington Grove 2 Arthington Place 1 Arthington Street 1 Arthington Terrace 1 Arthington View 1 Ascot Gardens 1 Atkinson Street 1 Avocet Garth 1

Postcodes in LS10 50 shown View all postcodes

LS10 1AB LS10 1AD LS10 1AE LS10 1AF LS10 1AG LS10 1AL LS10 1AP LS10 1AQ LS10 1AU LS10 1AW LS10 1AX LS10 1AZ LS10 1BA LS10 1BD LS10 1BG LS10 1BH LS10 1BJ LS10 1BL LS10 1BN LS10 1BP LS10 1BQ LS10 1BR LS10 1BS LS10 1BW LS10 1BX LS10 1BY LS10 1BZ LS10 1DA LS10 1DB LS10 1DD LS10 1DE LS10 1DF LS10 1DG LS10 1DH LS10 1DJ LS10 1DP LS10 1DQ LS10 1DR LS10 1DS LS10 1DW LS10 1DX LS10 1DY LS10 1EA LS10 1EB LS10 1ED LS10 1EE LS10 1EF LS10 1EG LS10 1EH LS10 1EJ