Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

WEST GROVE, LS16 5FA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST GROVE, LS16 5FA.

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Population

620

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

25%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. LS16 5FA's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £304k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £304k.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LS16 5FA is a well-regarded residential area on West Grove, 0.3km from West Park in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Weetwood ward and the Leeds North West constituency.

For serious buyers, LS16 5FA is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £304k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for LS16 5FA are sourced from Output Area E00169583 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS16 5FA. 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

White / British80.9%
Asian / British Asian9.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed7.2%

Economic Activity

25%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A younger demographic of homeowners. The population consists of young adults and couples who have actively bought property here.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 415,000

2 sales · Mean £ 415,000

Semi-Detached

£ 82,250

1 sales · Mean £ 82,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around LS16 5FA is moderate at 60 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences104
Shoplifting57
Public order25
Criminal damage and arson21
Vehicle crime19

school Local Schools

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St Chad's Church of England Primary School

Good245 pupils0.2 km
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Abbey Grange Church of England Academy

Good1607 pupils0.5 km
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Lawnswood School

Good1489 pupils0.5 km
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Iveson Primary School

Good368 pupils1.1 km
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Hawksworth Wood Primary School

Good308 pupils1.1 km
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Weetwood Primary School

Good260 pupils1.3 km
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Kirkstall St Stephen's Church of England (VA) Primary School

Good206 pupils1.5 km
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Lighthouse School Leeds

Good82 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Moor Grange Service Station0.9 km
  • Best-One0.3 km
  • Best One0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Lea Farm Mini Market0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Red Bean0.7 km
  • Carnegie Cafe0.7 km
  • El Greco0.6 km
  • Lavanta Restaurant0.5 km
  • West Park Cafe0.6 km
  • + 8 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Village Hotel And Leisure Club0.8 km
  • Weetwood Hall0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Midgleys0.2 km
  • Cherry Tree0.2 km
  • Vitos Pizza0.2 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group Food (Butcher Hill)0.2 km
  • Co-operative (Spen Lane)0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Dalesman0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kirkstall Forge1.4 km
  • Headingley1.8 km
  • Horsforth2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Butcher Hill0.1 km
  • Butcher Hill0.2 km
  • Butcher Hill Old Oak Drive0.3 km
  • Butcher Hill Old Oak Drive0.3 km
  • Old Oak Drive0.3 km