Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

CLAPHAM AVENUE, LS16 8FB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLAPHAM AVENUE, LS16 8FB.

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Population

449

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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3/10
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10/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British54.6%
Asian / British Asian31.8%
Black / African / Caribbean5.1%
Other / Mixed8.5%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences28
Drugs6
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order5
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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Iveson Primary School

Good368 pupils0.9 km
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Adel St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils0.9 km
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Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good203 pupils1.0 km
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Adel Primary School

Good236 pupils1.0 km
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Lawnswood School

Good1489 pupils1.1 km
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Ireland Wood Primary School

Good419 pupils1.3 km
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St Chad's Church of England Primary School

Good245 pupils1.4 km
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Lighthouse School Leeds

Good82 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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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
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Barnies Fish N Chips0.9 km
  • Lazeez & Topolo0.8 km
  • Lucky Red Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative (Adel)0.9 km
  • Co-operative (Spen Lane)0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Weetwood Hall0.8 km
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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