Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

CAVENDISH STREET, LS3 1BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAVENDISH STREET, LS3 1BN.

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Population

2,324

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Avg Age

20

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Avg Income

£ 30,200 /yr

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Employed

2%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS3 1BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

With 50% social renting, LS3 1BN is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 20-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

LS3 1BN is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Cavendish Street, 0.5km from Westfield in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Little London & Woodhouse ward and the Leeds Central constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LS3 1BN is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. By day, the area transitions to a big city life character: big city services, with accommodation and food. At just 20 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds. Full-time employment stands at 1% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 102 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for LS3 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00187110 (shared with 51 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 LS3 1BN. The average age is 20.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British67.8%
Asian / British Asian19.2%
Black / African / Caribbean5.9%
Other / Mixed7.1%

Economic Activity

2%Active
FT: 1%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around LS3 1BN is above average at 102 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting275
Violence and sexual offences142
Other theft56
Vehicle crime54
Anti-social behaviour46

school Local Schools

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Rosebank Primary School

Good353 pupils0.6 km
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Castleton Primary School

Good467 pupils1.2 km
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Blenheim Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils1.3 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good226 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

31 nearby
  • Alkhaleej0.8 km
  • Double Dragon Leeds0.8 km
  • Luciano's And China Diner0.9 km
  • Woodsley Fisheries And Pizza0.8 km
  • Falafel Guys0.9 km
  • + 26 more
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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Noshi Food Store0.8 km
  • Amigos (Jubilee Wing LGI)0.7 km
  • Around The Clock0.8 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.7 km
  • Greggs (Great George Street)0.8 km
  • + 25 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

123 nearby
  • Dewan Cafe Restaurant0.7 km
  • Mythos Greek LTD0.8 km
  • Woodsley Food Hub0.8 km
  • The Alchemist Bar And Restaurant Ltd0.9 km
  • Channel 41.0 km
  • + 118 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
  • Co-operative (West Point)0.7 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

29 nearby
  • All Bar One0.9 km
  • Hedley Verity1.0 km
  • Dirty Martini Leeds0.9 km
  • Veritas0.8 km
  • Phranakhon Tapas And Bar0.8 km
  • + 24 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

13 nearby
  • Novotel (Leeds Centre)0.9 km
  • Quebecs Hotel0.9 km
  • The Met Hotel0.9 km
  • Premier Inn0.8 km
  • Mercure Hotel0.6 km
  • + 8 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leeds1.0 km
  • Burley Park1.3 km
  • Headingley2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • St Andrews Street0.1 km
  • Kirkstall Fire Stn0.1 km
  • St Andrews Street0.2 km
  • Kirkstall Fire Stn0.2 km
  • Leeds City College0.3 km