About New Brighton

New Brighton is a suburb located in West Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area LS27. It is situated near the town of Morley and offers a mix of residential areas and local amenities. The suburb is primarily served by public transport, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. The area features several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Local shops, schools, and community facilities contribute to the everyday life of residents. New Brighton is also close to the M62 motorway, which connects it to larger urban centres in the region, facilitating easy travel for work or leisure.

School Ratings in New Brighton

New Brighton is served by 240 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in New Brighton

Property prices average £223K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £154K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in New Brighton

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in New Brighton, with 74 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in New Brighton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, New Brighton falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in New Brighton

Most properties in New Brighton can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,576 sales

Average Price £223K
£750 — £8.35M
Detached £316K 1,313
Semi £199K 2,054
Terraced £154K 2,341
Flat £124K 598

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

143 Primary
23 Secondary
74 Other
Queenswood School Good 72 yards The Morley Academy Secondary 100 yards Morley North Children's Centre Good 0.2 miles Morley South Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles Seven Hills Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles St Francis Catholic Primary School, Morley Primary Good 0.4 miles Fountain Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Morley Victoria Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Morley Newlands Academy Primary 0.8 miles Bruntcliffe Academy Secondary 0.9 miles Churwell Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Asquith Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in New Brighton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places New Brighton in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,034 Children (0-15) 18%
31,321 Working Age 64%
11,375 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.3% 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 New Brighton 423 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in New Brighton is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

162 Violence & Sexual Offences
74 Shoplifting
36 Anti-Social Behaviour
32 Criminal Damage & Arson
25 Burglary
22 Other Theft
19 Public Order
17 Vehicle Crime
14 Other Crime
9 Drugs
8 Robbery
4 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
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

Morley Train Station 0.4 miles
Cottingley Train Station 1.8 miles
Batley Train Station 2.5 miles
Dewsbury Train Station 3.8 miles
Outwood Train Station 4.2 miles
Bramley (West Yorkshire) Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Morley 0 yards Bantam Grove 0.6 miles Bruntcliffe 0.6 miles Daisy Hill 0.6 miles Birks 0.6 miles Topcliffe 0.9 miles Tingley 1.4 miles Gildersome Street 1.4 miles Churwell 1.4 miles Upper Green 1.4 miles Gildersome 1.8 miles Moor Head 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Leeds
Ward Morley South
Constituency Morley and Outwood
Parish Morley
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in LS27 30 shown View all streets

Ackroyd Street 5 Adelaide Avenue 6 Airedale Terrace 1 Albert Drive 4 Albert Road 12 Albion Street 5 Alden Avenue 2 Alden Close 2 Alden Fold 2 Alfred Street 1 America Moor Lane 2 Anderson Lane 1 Annie Street 1 Appleby Way 1 Arkwright Walk 1 Arncliffe Crescent 1 Ash Close 1 Ashfield Avenue 2 Ashfield Road 1 Ashwood Drive 1 Ashwood Gardens 1 Ashwood Grove 1 Ashwood Parade 2 Askey Avenue 1 Askey Crescent 1 Asquith Avenue 11 Asquith Close 1 Asquith Drive 1 Back Green 1 Back Hartley Street 1

Postcodes in LS27 50 shown View all postcodes

LS27 0AA LS27 0AB LS27 0AE LS27 0AF LS27 0AG LS27 0AH LS27 0AJ LS27 0AL LS27 0AN LS27 0AP LS27 0AQ LS27 0AR LS27 0AT LS27 0AU LS27 0AW LS27 0AX LS27 0AZ LS27 0BA LS27 0BB LS27 0BD LS27 0BE LS27 0BF LS27 0BG LS27 0BH LS27 0BJ LS27 0BL LS27 0BN LS27 0BP LS27 0BQ LS27 0BR LS27 0BU LS27 0BW LS27 0BX LS27 0BY LS27 0BZ LS27 0DA LS27 0DB LS27 0DD LS27 0DE LS27 0DF LS27 0DG LS27 0DH LS27 0DJ LS27 0DL LS27 0DN LS27 0DP LS27 0DQ LS27 0DR LS27 0DS LS27 0DT