LS3 1BT is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Victoria Street, 0.3km from Westfield in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Little London & Woodhouse ward and the Leeds Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LS3 1BT offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. By day, the area transitions to a administrative centres character: high status management and administration, especially public sector. At just 27 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 49% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 51% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 109 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for LS3 1BT are sourced from Output Area E00187050 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICTORIA STREET, LS3 1BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICTORIA STREET, LS3 1BT.
262
27
£ 30,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines LS3 1BT — 51% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 27 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS3 1BT. The average age is 27.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 135,000
5 sales · Mean £ 153,590
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS3 1BT is above average at 109 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.
school Local Schools
Rosebank Primary School
Blenheim Primary School
Brudenell Primary School
Quarry Mount Primary School
Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
West Oaks School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Castleton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
43 nearby- Belle Vue Stores0.3 km
- Go Gold Local0.4 km
- Go Local G J Food & Wine0.7 km
- Booze Bin1.0 km
- Gopuff0.9 km
- + 38 more
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- Northern Snooker Centre0.4 km
- The Highland Pub0.4 km
- Leeds University Student Union (Old Bar)0.5 km
- Royal Park Hotel0.9 km
- Leeds University (Terrace Bar)0.5 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
125 nearby- Manjaros0.2 km
- TGI Fridays0.7 km
- Interactive Investors Canteeen0.6 km
- Jack-Pots0.8 km
- Rendezvu Cafe0.8 km
- + 120 more
Takeaway Shop
43 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.2 km
- Zaks0.5 km
- Humpit0.5 km
- Waki Maki0.5 km
- Cardigan Fish Bar1.0 km
- + 38 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Ibis Leeds Centre0.5 km
- Holiday Inn Express0.4 km
- Premier Inn, Leeds City Centre0.7 km
- Be At One1.0 km
- Mercure Hotel0.9 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Tesco0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burley Park1.1 km
- Leeds1.3 km
- Headingley2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Clarendon Rd Mount Preston Street0.3 km
- St Andrews Street0.3 km
- Leeds Dental Hosp0.3 km
- St Andrews Street0.3 km
- Rosebank School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LS31BT · Data under Open Government Licence