LS16 8FB is a sought-after residential area on Clapham Avenue, 0.6km from Lawnswood in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Weetwood ward and the Leeds North West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS16, LS16 8FB offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 29 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £474k. 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 8FB are sourced from Output Area E00058899 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLAPHAM AVENUE, LS16 8FB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLAPHAM AVENUE, LS16 8FB.
449
29
£ 55,300 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS16 8FB 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LS16 8FB's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £474k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS16 8FB. The average age is 28.7. 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: Energetic but invested. You'll find a high concentration of young adults who own their homes, creating a stable but youthful environment.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 198,000
2 sales · Mean £ 198,000
Detached
£ 630,000
23 sales · Mean £ 635,757
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS16 8FB has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Iveson Primary School
Adel St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School
Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy
Adel Primary School
Lawnswood School
Ireland Wood Primary School
St Chad's Church of England Primary School
Lighthouse School Leeds
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Euro Garages LTD0.3 km
- Vine Deli & Bakery1.0 km
- Adel Pharmacy0.9 km
- Premier Express - Logan Stores1.0 km
- Greggs Lawnswood0.4 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Kennedy's1.0 km
- Residence 74 Café & Bar1.0 km
- Gusto0.8 km
- University Of Leeds0.2 km
- Sorriso0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Barnies Fish N Chips0.9 km
- Lazeez & Topolo0.8 km
- Lucky Red Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative (Adel)0.9 km
- Co-operative (Spen Lane)0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Weetwood Hall0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Lawnswood Red Triangle0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Horsforth2.7 km
- Kirkstall Forge2.9 km
- Headingley3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Lawnswood Cemetery0.2 km
- Lawnswood Cemetery0.2 km
- Lawnswood YMCA0.3 km
- Lawnswood YMCA0.3 km
- Lawns Hall Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LS168FB · Data under Open Government Licence