Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

KIRKWOOD DRIVE, LS16 7DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KIRKWOOD DRIVE, LS16 7DY.

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Population

208

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS16 7DY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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9/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LS16 7DY combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£322k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £322k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 11.8% year-on-year.

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

LS16 7DY is a sought-after residential area on Kirkwood Drive, 0.4km from Tinshill Moor in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Adel & Wharfedale ward and the Leeds North West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS16, LS16 7DY offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £322k, up 11.8% year-on-year. 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 7DY are sourced from Output Area E00057365 (shared with 5 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 7DY. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 307,475

10 sales · Mean £ 318,220

Detached

£ 367,500

2 sales · Mean £ 367,500

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

LS16 7DY has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences36
Burglary13
Anti-social behaviour11
Vehicle crime7
Shoplifting6

school Local Schools

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Cookridge Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School

Requires Improvement406 pupils0.2 km
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Cookridge Primary School

Good314 pupils0.3 km
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Ralph Thoresby School

Good1046 pupils0.8 km
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Ireland Wood Primary School

Good419 pupils1.2 km
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Lighthouse School Leeds

Good82 pupils1.4 km
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Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good203 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Cookridge Stores0.5 km
  • AKN Wine Store0.2 km
  • Cohens Chemist0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Cookridge Cricket Club0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Alexanders Deli0.4 km
  • Holt Park Leisure Cafe Bar0.9 km
  • Bannatyne Health Club Cookridge0.8 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Asda (Holt Park)1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Horsforth1.3 km
  • Kirkstall Forge3.5 km
  • Headingley4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Holy Trinity School0.2 km
  • Holy Trinity School0.2 km
  • Cookridge Vill Hall0.3 km
  • Moseley Wood App0.3 km
  • Cookridge Vill Hall0.4 km