LS12 1AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Springwell Road, 0.5km from Holbeck in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Beeston & Holbeck ward and the Leeds Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LS12 1AF offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — science and business parks with high status workers. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 77% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds. Employment levels are high (53% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 89 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LS12 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00169792 (shared with 64 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SPRINGWELL ROAD, LS12 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPRINGWELL ROAD, LS12 1AF.
311
30
£ 36,000 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS12 1AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
LS12 1AF is a high-turnover rental hub — with 77% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 30).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS12 1AF. The average age is 29.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS12 1AF is moderate at 89 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ingram Road Primary School
Lane End Primary School
Castleton Primary School
Beeston Hill St Luke's Church of England Primary School
The New Bewerley Community Primary School
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Greenmount Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Cohens Chemist0.6 km
- Project Candy0.3 km
- 24 Hour Vapes Delivery Leeds0.7 km
- S And J Drinks0.7 km
- Colenso Stores0.9 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
88 nearby- Armitages0.5 km
- Christines Cafe And Deliveries0.5 km
- Deli No 10.3 km
- Jamyang Buddhist Centre0.7 km
- Light Cafe0.7 km
- + 83 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
12 nearby- Ibis Leeds Centre0.9 km
- Premier Inn, Leeds City Centre0.8 km
- Hilton Double Tree Leeds0.7 km
- Novotel (Leeds Centre)0.8 km
- Quebecs Hotel1.0 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Safs Pizza0.8 km
- Presto0.5 km
- Fish Out0.8 km
- Centre Fillings0.8 km
- Tasty Toasties0.8 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
27 nearby- Beeston Broncos0.9 km
- Holbeck WMC0.6 km
- Phranakhon Tapas And Bar0.9 km
- SALT Granary Wharf0.6 km
- The Brew Society0.8 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
- Co-operative (West Point)0.7 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leeds0.9 km
- Burley Park2.3 km
- Cottingley3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Springwell Street0.3 km
- Springwell Street0.3 km
- Globe Road0.3 km
- Globe Road0.3 km
- Holbeck Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LS121AF · Data under Open Government Licence