LS21 2AZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on St Richards Road, 0.7km from Newall in Otley (Leeds). Administratively it sits within Otley & Yeadon ward and the Leeds North West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS21, LS21 2AZ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 96% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k, down 19.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LS21 2AZ are sourced from Output Area E00058368 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST RICHARDS ROAD, LS21 2AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST RICHARDS ROAD, LS21 2AZ.
248
54
£ 43,100 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LS21 2AZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 96% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 19.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS21 2AZ. The average age is 53.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 350,000
10 sales · Mean £ 358,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS21 2AZ has low crime rates — 21 incidents 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
Ashfield Primary School
Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College
Otley the Whartons Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Otley
Westgate Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Parkgate Cafe1.0 km
- Riverside Cafe0.9 km
- Wharfedale General Hospital0.4 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Weston General Store0.5 km
- The Cottage Store0.7 km
- Londis (Otley)0.6 km
- The Gills News0.6 km
- Wrenbeck News1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Yew Tree Inn0.7 km
- Otley Social Working Mens Club0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Kings Garden0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burley-In-Wharfedale3.3 km
- Menston3.4 km
- Guiseley4.6 km
Bus Stops
- St Richards Road Kell Beck0.1 km
- St Davids Road Kell Back0.1 km
- St Richards Road0.3 km
- St Davids Road0.3 km
- Weston Drive Ridding Gate0.4 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: LS212AZ · Data under Open Government Licence