Hair By Rhonda (HBR)
Headingley, Leeds
Men's & boys' hair: Yes
Also offers: Curls, Sew-in weaves, Stitch braids
Setting: Salon/studio
Leeds
Leeds braiders, by style and area. Chapeltown and Harehills are the heart of the scene. See knotless, box braids, cornrows, crochet and passion twists near you, compare work and prices, and book direct.
Braiding in Leeds: what to expect
In Leeds, braiding centres on Chapeltown and Harehills, the heart of the city’s Afro-Caribbean community for generations, with hair shops and braiders along Roundhay Road and Chapeltown Road and across nearby areas.
It’s a strong local scene for a city of its size, with braiders covering knotless, box braids, cornrows and crochet from salons, from home and on a mobile basis across Leeds and West Yorkshire.
If you’re new to the area, Chapeltown and Harehills are the obvious first places to look, but the listings here will also surface home-based and travelling braiders closer to where you live. From braiding salons to mobile braiders, the listings cover African and Afro hair braiding near you.
How to choose a braider in Leeds
Choose on the style you actually want. A braider’s feed page tells you fast whether they’re strong on knotless, on neat cornrow patterns or on crochet, so match that to your booking.
Check whether they work from a salon around Chapeltown or Harehills, from home, or travel to you across Leeds, and confirm the price and whether hair is included.
Weekend slots with the busier braiders go early, so book ahead. If your hairline is fragile, ask for knotless and a gentle tension, and flag anything that feels too tight during the appointment rather than after.
Average braider prices in Leeds
| Style | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Knotless braids (medium) | £80–£150 |
| Box braids | £60–£140 |
| Cornrows, straight-backs | from £20 |
| Feed-in / stitch cornrows | £50–£100 |
| Crochet braids | £65–£115 |
| Men’s cornrows | £15–£40 |
Prices vary by the work involved, the provider's experience, and the area. Individual providers may sit above or below these ranges.
Leeds FAQs
- How much do braids cost in Leeds?
- Most Leeds braiders charge from around £80 for medium knotless, £60 for box braids and £20 for straight-back cornrows. Size, length and hair type move the price. Check whether hair is included before you book.
- Where can I find a braider in Leeds?
- Chapeltown and Harehills, around Roundhay Road and Chapeltown Road, have the most braiders and hair shops. The listings here also cover home-based and mobile braiders across the rest of Leeds.
- Are there mobile braiders in Leeds?
- Yes. Several Leeds braiders travel to braid at your home across the city and West Yorkshire, which works well if you’d rather not travel to a salon.
- Is there African hair braiding or a braiding salon near me in Leeds?
- Yes. Leeds has African and Afro hair braiding from braiding salons, home-based braiders and mobile braiders. The listings here cover all three, so you can find African hair braiding near you whether you want a salon appointment or someone who travels to you.
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