LS16 5AT is a mixed residential area on Spen Road, 0.2km from West Park in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Weetwood ward and the Leeds North West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS16, LS16 5AT offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £550k, up 29.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LS16 5AT are sourced from Output Area E00058902 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SPEN ROAD, LS16 5AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPEN ROAD, LS16 5AT.
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£ 55,300 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS16 5AT 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LS16 5AT's low deprivation rank, 76% ownership, and £550k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £550k. Property prices are trending up 29.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS16 5AT. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 620,000
1 sales · Mean £ 620,000
Detached
£ 480,500
1 sales · Mean £ 480,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS16 5AT is moderate at 55 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.
school Local Schools
Lawnswood School
St Chad's Church of England Primary School
Abbey Grange Church of England Academy
Iveson Primary School
Weetwood Primary School
Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy
Lighthouse School Leeds
Hawksworth Wood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Moor Grange Service Station0.9 km
- Best-One0.6 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
- Best One0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Red Bean0.5 km
- Carnegie Cafe1.0 km
- El Greco0.5 km
- Lavanta Restaurant0.4 km
- West Park Cafe0.6 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Lazeez & Topolo0.7 km
- Lucky Red Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Cherry Tree0.5 km
- Vitos Pizza0.4 km
- Midgleys0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Village Hotel And Leisure Club0.6 km
- Weetwood Hall0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lawnswood Red Triangle0.9 km
- The Dalesman0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-operative Group Food (Butcher Hill)0.5 km
- Co-operative (Spen Lane)0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kirkstall Forge1.8 km
- Headingley2.0 km
- Horsforth2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Spen Road West Parade0.0 km
- Spen Road West Parade0.1 km
- West Parade0.1 km
- Ring Rd Spen Gardens0.2 km
- West Parade0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS165AT · Data under Open Government Licence