Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

WOLLEY GARDENS, LS12 5QP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOLLEY GARDENS, LS12 5QP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

285

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 34,800 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS12 5QP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

LS12 5QP is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

LS12 5QP is a safe, established residential area on Wolley Gardens, 0.4km from New Farnley in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Farnley & Wortley ward and the Leeds West constituency.

For families considering a move, LS12 5QP represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £30k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LS12 5QP are sourced from Output Area E00059166 (shared with 5 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 LS12 5QP. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 146,000

3 sales · Mean £ 138,666

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

LS12 5QP has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences38
Shoplifting16
Burglary8
Criminal damage and arson8
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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The Farnley Academy

Requires Improvement1443 pupils0.8 km
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Lawns Park Primary School

Good240 pupils1.1 km
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Cobden Primary School

Requires Improvement234 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • New Farnley And District Community Association0.3 km
  • The Woodcock1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Dine Contract Catering1.0 km
  • New Farnley Cafe And Dining0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Late Shop (Co-op Food)0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Craven's Of New Farnley0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cottingley2.5 km
  • Bramley (W Yorks)3.1 km
  • Morley3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Low Moorside Crt Lawns Lane0.0 km
  • Low Moorside Crt Lawns Lane0.1 km
  • Wolley Avenue0.2 km
  • Lawns Lane0.2 km
  • Wolley Avenue0.2 km