LS7 1DX 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 1DX is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 81% 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 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LS7 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00058876 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LS7 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS7 1DX.
250
28
£ 29,100 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS7 1DX 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.
Area Character
LS7 1DX has a significant social housing presence — 81% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 28-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS7 1DX. The average age is 27.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 1DX is above average at 90 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Little London Community Primary School
Shakespeare Primary School
St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Leeds
Blenheim Primary School
Dixons Trinity Chapeltown
Holy Rosary and St Anne's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Ebor Gardens Primary Academy
Co-op Academy Leeds
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
66 nearby- Anglers Club0.9 km
- Leeds Grand Theatre And Opera House0.6 km
- Mean Eyed Cat Bar0.5 km
- Roxy Ball Room0.5 km
- Santiago0.5 km
- + 61 more
Retailers - Other
110 nearby- AJ Afro Caribbean Food And Veg0.8 km
- Lovell Park Express0.1 km
- One Beyond0.9 km
- Out Of This World1.0 km
- Regency Smart Supermarket0.6 km
- + 105 more
Restaurant, Cafe
264 nearby- Admiral0.9 km
- Benugo (within John Lewis)0.7 km
- Chef Jono At V&V0.5 km
- Cup \& Lid0.7 km
- Flamingos Coffee House1.0 km
- + 259 more
Supermarkets
18 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Sing Kee Supermarket0.7 km
- Heron Foods0.6 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods0.6 km
- Morrisons (Merrion Centre)0.6 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
59 nearby- Chicken Village0.6 km
- Pot Pot0.6 km
- Shawarma King0.6 km
- Wagamamma Leeds Kitchen1.0 km
- Bengal Brasserie0.5 km
- + 54 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Radisson Blu Hotel0.8 km
- The Wrens Hotel0.6 km
- Be At One0.8 km
- Hampton By Hilton0.5 km
- Leeds City Centre North Premier Inn0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leeds1.3 km
- Burley Park2.6 km
- Headingley4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Benson Street0.1 km
- North St Benson Street0.1 km
- Lovell Park Hill0.1 km
- Lovell Park Hill0.2 km
- Grafton Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS71DX · Data under Open Government Licence