Rothwell is a market town in West Yorkshire, situated in the southeast of the City of Leeds metropolitan borough. It lies between Leeds city centre and Wakefield, making it part of the West Yorkshire Urban Area.
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Rothwell, West Yorkshire, is a market town that forms part of the south‑east of the City of Leeds metropolitan borough. It is positioned between Leeds city centre and Wakefield, and is situated within the eponymous Rothwell ward of Leeds City Council. The town is included in the Wakefield and Rothwell parliamentary constituency and is part of the broader West Yorkshire Urban Area. As a market town, Rothwell historically hosts local commerce and community activities. The locality’s designation as a town indicates a settled area with a distinct identity within the West Yorkshire region. Residents and visitors find that Rothwell’s location offers proximity to larger urban centres while retaining a town atmosphere. The town’s inclusion in the Leeds metropolitan borough links it administratively to the wider city infrastructure and services.