Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

HANOVER SQUARE, LS3 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HANOVER SQUARE, LS3 1BW.

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Population

262

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 30,200 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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2/10
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10/10
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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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1/10
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8/10
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Area Character

LS3 1BW has a highly multicultural community character — 51% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk. Property prices are trending down 5.1% year-on-year.

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

LS3 1BW is a lively urban neighbourhood on Hanover Square, 0.2km from Little Woodhouse in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Little London & Woodhouse ward and the Leeds Central constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LS3 1BW 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. During the day, high status management and administration, especially public sector. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 27) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. 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 111 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £274k, down 5.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LS3 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00187050 (shared with 12 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 1BW. 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

White / British49.2%
Asian / British Asian24.4%
Black / African / Caribbean7.6%
Other / Mixed18.7%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 265,000

21 sales · Mean £ 257,761

Terraced

£ 315,150

3 sales · Mean £ 305,050

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

Crime around LS3 1BW is above average at 111 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.

Shoplifting316
Violence and sexual offences228
Other theft76
Public order65
Vehicle crime63

school Local Schools

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Rosebank Primary School

Good353 pupils0.6 km
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Blenheim Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils1.0 km
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Brudenell Primary School

Good260 pupils1.4 km
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West Oaks School

Outstanding357 pupils1.5 km
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Quarry Mount Primary School

Good191 pupils1.5 km
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Castleton Primary School

Good467 pupils1.5 km
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Little London Community Primary School

Requires Improvement442 pupils1.5 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good226 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

39 nearby
  • Belle Vue Stores0.4 km
  • Go Gold Local0.4 km
  • Go Local G J Food & Wine0.8 km
  • Noshi Food Store0.7 km
  • Gopuff1.0 km
  • + 34 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

43 nearby
  • Northern Snooker Centre0.4 km
  • The Highland Pub0.3 km
  • Leeds University Student Union (Old Bar)0.6 km
  • Leeds University (Terrace Bar)0.6 km
  • Leeds University Student Union (Stylus And Function)0.6 km
  • + 38 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

168 nearby
  • Manjaros0.3 km
  • TGI Fridays0.5 km
  • Interactive Investors Canteeen0.4 km
  • Jack-Pots0.6 km
  • Rendezvu Cafe0.9 km
  • + 163 more
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Takeaway Shop

41 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • Zaks0.7 km
  • Humpit0.6 km
  • Waki Maki0.6 km
  • Alkhaleej0.7 km
  • + 36 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

14 nearby
  • Ibis Leeds Centre0.4 km
  • Holiday Inn Express0.3 km
  • Premier Inn, Leeds City Centre0.5 km
  • Be At One0.8 km
  • Premier Inn0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Co-operative (West Point)0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
  • Tesco0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leeds1.1 km
  • Burley Park1.3 km
  • Headingley2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodhouse Square0.2 km
  • Leeds City College0.2 km
  • Leeds Dental Hosp0.2 km
  • St Andrews Street0.3 km
  • St Andrews Street0.3 km