Belle Isle - Your Neighbourhood

This page is here to keep you informed about what’s happening in your neighbourhood and the work Leeds Federated is doing to deliver our services to you. Our aim is simple: to help people make a home, and we’re here to listen, learn and act on your views

You’ll find your Neighbourhood Plan here (just click or tap the image below)

Your plan has been created using your feedback from recent surveys. It highlights what’s working well, what needs attention, and the priorities you’ve told us matter most. We’ve also developed an Action Plan to show how we’ll deliver on these priorities.

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Belle Isle sits in the south of Leeds, forming part of the wider Middleton area and lying close to Middleton Railway. Known for its strong sense of community, it’s an area where neighbours look out for one another and local pride runs deep.

Residents benefit from a range of everyday amenities. Local shopping options include Belle Isle Circus and nearby retail areas in Middleton, with supermarkets such as Aldi and the Middleton shopping district. Healthcare is provided by Belle Isle Health Centre, alongside pharmacies and other essential services serving the wider Middleton community.

Green space is a defining feature of the area. Belle Isle Park provides open space for recreation, while nearby Middleton Park is one of the largest parks in Leeds, with ancient woodland, walking trails, and regular events. The park is also home to Middleton Railway, the world’s oldest continuously running railway, offering heritage rides and family activities throughout the year.

Belle Isle is part of the Middleton Park ward. Local councillors Kim Groves, Sharon Burke and Paul Truswell are active in supporting initiatives across Belle Isle and Middleton, including environmental improvements, community safety, and local events.

Getting around is straightforward, with regular bus services running along Belle Isle Road and Middleton Road into Leeds city centre, around 3–4 miles away. The area also benefits from easy access to the M621 and key routes connecting Middleton with the wider city.

For families and young people, Middleton offers a range of opportunities, including local schools, community centres, and activities held in and around Middleton Park. Seasonal events, fun days, and community programmes help bring residents together throughout the year.

Staying active is easy, with access to local खेल pitches, walking routes, and fitness opportunities throughout Middleton. Residents can take part in community sports groups or enjoy informal exercise in the area’s many green spaces.

Belle Isle and Middleton share a rich heritage shaped by Leeds’ industrial and mining past. Today, that history sits alongside a strong and evolving community spirit, with ongoing investment and regeneration helping to shape the future of the area.