LS12 6BR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Islington in Leeds. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Farnley & Wortley ward and the Leeds West constituency.
The people who live in LS12 6BR are typical of a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 LS12 6BR are sourced from Output Area E00057315 (shared with 42 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LS12 6BR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS12 6BR.
210
41
£ 37,600 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Economic hardship is measurable here. LS12 6BR's IMD rank, 10% unemployment, and 29% social renting combine to signal above-average deprivation — though affordable prices and community resilience are noted strengths. Crime is moderate, better than deprivation indicators alone might suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS12 6BR. The average age is 40.6. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS12 6BR is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Elland Academy
Ingram Road Primary School
Castleton Primary School
Five Lanes Primary School
Beeston Primary School
St Bartholomew's CofE Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Hugh Gaitskell Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- 24 Hour Vapes Delivery Leeds0.7 km
- S And J Drinks0.7 km
- Booze Plus0.9 km
- Greggs (Wortley)0.9 km
- Dixon Lane Post Office And Convenience Store0.7 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Jump INC0.2 km
- The Mailbox0.1 km
- Camp Detox0.8 km
- Elland Road Cafe And Sandwich Bar0.8 km
- Jamyang Buddhist Centre0.8 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Noi's Thai Kitchen0.8 km
- Tong Road Fried Chicken0.9 km
- Chicos0.8 km
- Graveleys Elland Road0.8 km
- Subway (Elland Road)0.8 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda (Wortley)0.9 km
- Elland Road Express0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Premier Inn0.5 km
- Beech Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Old Peacock0.8 km
- Dragon Hotel0.4 km
- West Leeds Sports And Social Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cottingley1.9 km
- Leeds2.2 km
- Burley Park2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Lowfields Road0.1 km
- Lowfields Road0.1 km
- Dragon Bridge0.3 km
- Gelderd Business Pk0.3 km
- Dragon Bridge0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LS126BR · Data under Open Government Licence