LS12 1AN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from New Wortley in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Beeston & Holbeck ward and the Leeds Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LS12 1AN 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. By day, the area transitions to a business parks character: manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. With residents averaging 30 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 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 rates are above average at 108 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00169792 (shared with 64 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LS12 1AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS12 1AN.
311
30
£ 36,000 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS12 1AN 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
At 77% private renter occupancy, LS12 1AN is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. 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 1AN. 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 1AN is above average at 108 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
Castleton Primary School
Lane End Primary School
Beeston Hill St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Rosebank Primary School
Greenmount Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- 24 Hour Vapes Delivery Leeds0.4 km
- S And J Drinks0.4 km
- Booze Plus0.9 km
- Cohens Chemist0.6 km
- Project Candy0.4 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
41 nearby- Dunelm Ltd0.2 km
- Armitages0.6 km
- Camp Detox0.7 km
- Christines Cafe And Deliveries0.6 km
- Deli No 10.1 km
- + 36 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Tong Road Fried Chicken0.7 km
- Safs Pizza0.9 km
- Centre Fillings0.9 km
- Tasty Toasties0.9 km
- Presto0.5 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Ibis Leeds Centre1.0 km
- Crowne Plaza Hotel0.9 km
- Premier Inn0.8 km
- Beech Hotel0.7 km
- Premier Inn, Leeds City Centre0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Editors Draft0.9 km
- Napoleons Casino And Restaurant1.0 km
- Lazy Lounge0.9 km
- SALT Granary Wharf0.9 km
- Editor's Draught0.9 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative (West Point)0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leeds1.1 km
- Burley Park2.2 km
- Cottingley3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Spence Lane0.1 km
- Holbeck Lane0.1 km
- Holbeck Lane0.1 km
- Spence Lane0.1 km
- Springwell Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS121AN · Data under Open Government Licence