LS8 1BQ is a safe, established residential area on East Moor Road, 0.4km from Park Villas in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Roundhay ward and the Leeds North East constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS8, LS8 1BQ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £514k.
Census 2021 statistics for LS8 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00058724 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EAST MOOR ROAD, LS8 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST MOOR ROAD, LS8 1BQ.
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41
£ 60,900 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS8 1BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LS8 1BQ's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £514k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS8 1BQ. The average age is 40.7. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 495,000
3 sales · Mean £ 507,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS8 1BQ has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Talbot Primary School
Allerton Grange School
Moor Allerton Hall Primary School
Moortown Primary School
Highfield Primary School
Gledhow Primary School
Roundhay School
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Cooperative Group0.7 km
- Cooplands (Roundhay)0.5 km
- Haley And Clifford0.5 km
- R P Setchfield Butchers0.6 km
- Wine Rack0.5 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Beechwood Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Deer Park0.6 km
- The Roundhay Fox0.8 km
- The Thomas Osborne0.5 km
- Brackenwood Community Association0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Aanya Restaurant Ltd0.5 km
- Banyan0.6 km
- Explorers Cafe (Tropical World)0.7 km
- La Petite Roundhay0.5 km
- Namastey Leeds0.4 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Canton Flavour0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Frydays0.4 km
- San Carlo Flying Pizza0.6 km
- Chung Wa0.8 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burley Park5.5 km
- Leeds5.7 km
- Headingley5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Talbot Road0.3 km
- Talbot Road0.3 km
- Devonshire Avenue0.3 km
- Roman Avenue0.4 km
- Roman Avenue0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: LS81BQ · Data under Open Government Licence