LS3 is a postcode district in Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber, covering 115 active and 112 retired postcodes.
The largest share of LS3 (38%) is characterised by a student neighbourhood — HMOs, shared houses, high turnover, lively atmosphere, alongside a classic student area with dense shared housing and lots of young renters (35%). A further 14% of the district is made up of a South Asian neighbourhood — terraced housing, strong community feel. Overall, LS3 is a varied district — different streets can feel quite different in character.
Property: Average house prices in LS3 are around £197k, down 21.1% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across LS3 at 559 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. The district's average age of 25 reflects a young, transient community — common near universities or with a high concentration of rental properties.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full LS3 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
Area Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber
LS3 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the LS3 postcode area.
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Population6,077
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Avg Age25
payments
Avg Income£ 27,400 /yr
work
Employed19%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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1/10family_restroomFamily
1/10favoriteHealth
10/10workEmployment
1/10diversity_3Diversity
10/10paymentsAffluence
1/10directions_transitTransit
9/10homeHome Ownership
1/10trending_upInvestment
3/10psychology
Area Character
LS3 is a student and graduate zone — average age 25, 64% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Higher crime warrants awareness — HMO density and nightlife are likely contributors. Property prices are trending down 21.1% year-on-year.
home £197,747 median price
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
White / British60.0%
Asian / British Asian23.5%
Black / African / Caribbean6.2%
Other / Mixed10.4%
Economic Activity
19%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 1%
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
Violence and sexual offences824
Shoplifting667
Vehicle crime440
Other theft325
Public order232
school Local Schools
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Rosebank Primary School
Good353 pupils
storefront Nearby Amenities
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Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Nisa Stores
- Burley Road Off Licence Store
- Co-op
- Kendal Lane Store
- Londis (Woodhouse)
- + 6 more
hotel
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Premier Inn, Leeds City Centre
- Roomzzz Leeds City West
- Holiday Inn Express
restaurant
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Deli Chez
- Dewan Cafe Restaurant
- Greek Me Up
- Grosvenor Casino
- Haftsin Restaurant
- + 17 more
local_grocery_store
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco
fastfood
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Foodie
- Mr T's
- Mylahore Leeds
- Pablo's Pizzeria
- Papa John's
- + 7 more
local_bar
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Napoleons Casino And Restaurant
- Northern Snooker Centre
- The Fox And Newt
- The Highland Pub
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Area Profile: LS3 · Data under Open Government Licence