Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

LS7 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS7 1BJ.

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Population

615

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 29,100 /yr

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Employed

28%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS7 1BJ 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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2/10
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3/10
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9/10
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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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10/10
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Area Character

LS7 1BJ has a significant social housing presence — 83% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

LS7 1BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Little London in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Little London & Woodhouse ward and the Leeds Central constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LS7 1BJ is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. Average age 27 — a clear signal of a student and young renter community, typically with strong café and nightlife culture nearby. 83% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds. Full-time employment stands at 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for LS7 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00169621 (shared with 31 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 LS7 1BJ. The average age is 27.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British21.3%
Asian / British Asian22.4%
Black / African / Caribbean40.3%
Other / Mixed16.1%

Economic Activity

28%Active
FT: 16%
Unemployed: 3%
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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 LS7 1BJ is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences154
Anti-social behaviour56
Other theft49
Public order34
Shoplifting32

school Local Schools

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Little London Community Primary School

Requires Improvement442 pupils0.2 km
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Blenheim Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils0.4 km
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West Oaks School

Outstanding357 pupils0.8 km
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Dixons Trinity Chapeltown

Outstanding709 pupils0.8 km
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Holy Rosary and St Anne's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Good235 pupils0.8 km
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Shakespeare Primary School

Good720 pupils0.9 km
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St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Leeds

Outstanding256 pupils1.0 km
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Hillcrest Academy

Outstanding463 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

76 nearby
  • Cater Choice Cash And Carry0.9 km
  • Corner Mart0.8 km
  • Sip-Up 24/7 Alcohol Delivery0.7 km
  • Louis Stores1.0 km
  • Abaseen Chapeltown1.0 km
  • + 71 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

206 nearby
  • African Bar And Restaurant0.8 km
  • Babylon Lounge0.8 km
  • Barwaaqo Cafe And Restaurant0.8 km
  • Gzing Restaurant0.9 km
  • Laghetto Restaurant0.8 km
  • + 201 more
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Supermarkets

17 nearby
  • Sing Kee Foods0.7 km
  • Tian Tian Oriental Food0.9 km
  • CC Continental Supermarket (Chapeltown)1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • + 12 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

45 nearby
  • Corner Hut0.8 km
  • Punjab Catering Leeds/Lucky Star/Chicos Fast Food/Nom Nom0.5 km
  • Around The Clock (Victoria House)1.0 km
  • Gourmet Burger Kitchen1.0 km
  • Jus Jerk0.8 km
  • + 40 more
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Pub, NightClub

48 nearby
  • Leeds West Indian Centre0.6 km
  • Ramgarhia Sports Centre0.4 km
  • The Reliance Bar And Dinning Room0.6 km
  • Flight Club Darts1.0 km
  • Leeds Academy0.7 km
  • + 43 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Be At One0.8 km
  • Leeds City Centre North Premier Inn0.4 km
  • Radisson Blu Hotel0.8 km
  • Hampton By Hilton0.8 km
  • The Wrens Hotel0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leeds1.4 km
  • Burley Park2.4 km
  • Headingley3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Carlton Hill0.1 km
  • Carlton Hill Carlton Grove0.2 km
  • Lovell Park Hill0.2 km
  • Carlton Hill0.2 km
  • Carlton Hill Carlton Gate0.2 km