Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

WEETWOOD PARK DRIVE, LS16 5AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEETWOOD PARK DRIVE, LS16 5AD.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS16 5AD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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7/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. LS16 5AD's low deprivation rank, 63% ownership, and £568k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £568k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 246.7% year-on-year.

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

LS16 5AD is a sought-after residential area on Weetwood Park Drive, 0.2km from Weetwood in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Weetwood ward and the Leeds North West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS16, LS16 5AD offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. 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. 63% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £568k, up 246.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for LS16 5AD are sourced from Output Area E00058951 (shared with 15 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 LS16 5AD. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British77.9%
Asian / British Asian14.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed5.1%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 702,500

2 sales · Mean £ 702,500

Flat

£ 225,000

4 sales · Mean £ 341,875

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

LS16 5AD has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences28
Vehicle crime8
Burglary7
Other theft6
Drugs6

school Local Schools

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Lawnswood School

Good1489 pupils0.3 km
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St Chad's Church of England Primary School

Good245 pupils0.4 km
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Weetwood Primary School

Good260 pupils0.7 km
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Abbey Grange Church of England Academy

Good1607 pupils1.1 km
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Iveson Primary School

Good368 pupils1.2 km
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Meanwood Church of England Primary School

Outstanding211 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Best-One0.9 km
  • Best One0.9 km
  • Spar/Tango Ice Blast0.7 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Bottle Chop0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Village Hotel And Leisure Club0.1 km
  • Weetwood Hall0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Carnegie Cafe0.8 km
  • El Greco0.2 km
  • Lavanta Restaurant0.1 km
  • University Of Leeds1.0 km
  • West Park Cafe0.2 km
  • + 12 more
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Midgleys0.9 km
  • Catch Headingley0.9 km
  • Cherry Tree0.8 km
  • Vitos Pizza0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Woodies0.9 km
  • The Three Horse Shoes0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group Food (Butcher Hill)0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Headingley1.8 km
  • Kirkstall Forge2.1 km
  • Horsforth3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Kepstorn Road0.1 km
  • Kepstorn Road0.2 km
  • Lawnswood School0.2 km
  • Ancaster Road0.3 km
  • Ancaster Road0.3 km