Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

WEETWOOD AVENUE, LS16 5NG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEETWOOD AVENUE, LS16 5NG.

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Population

339

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 55,300 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS16 5NG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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6/10
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7/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LS16 5NG combines high owner-occupation (79%), strong property values (£588k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £588k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 7.7% year-on-year.

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

LS16 5NG is a sought-after residential area on Weetwood Avenue, 0.6km from Headingley, Far in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Weetwood ward and the Leeds North West constituency.

For serious buyers, LS16 5NG is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £588k, up 7.7% 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 5NG are sourced from Output Area E00058957 (shared with 14 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 5NG. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.9%
Asian / British Asian6.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 610,000

1 sales · Mean £ 610,000

Semi-Detached

£ 529,154

2 sales · Mean £ 529,154

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

LS16 5NG has low crime rates — 16 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.

Violence and sexual offences12
Burglary8
Vehicle crime7
Criminal damage and arson6
Drugs6

school Local Schools

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Weetwood Primary School

Good260 pupils0.3 km
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Meanwood Church of England Primary School

Outstanding211 pupils0.6 km
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Lawnswood School

Good1489 pupils1.1 km
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Shire Oak VC Primary School

Good210 pupils1.1 km
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St Chad's Church of England Primary School

Good245 pupils1.2 km
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Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School

Good917 pupils1.5 km
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Spring Bank Primary School

Requires Improvement199 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Alfred1.0 km
  • The Three Horse Shoes0.5 km
  • Meanwood Conservative Club1.0 km
  • The Myrtle Tavern0.8 km
  • Woodies0.5 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Holy Trinity Community Cafe0.8 km
  • Marcels Cafe1.0 km
  • Via Verde0.9 km
  • Loaf Far Headingley0.6 km
  • Salvos Restaurant0.8 km
  • + 25 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Cottage Road Cinema0.5 km
  • Bottle Chop0.4 km
  • Wildcraft Bakery0.9 km
  • Spar/Tango Ice Blast0.5 km
  • Boots (Woodhouse)0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sushi Daily0.9 km
  • Waitrose (Meanwood)0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • China Jade0.9 km
  • Daawat0.9 km
  • Kirbys Of Meanwood1.0 km
  • Wan Loi Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Village Hotel And Leisure Club0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Headingley1.8 km
  • Burley Park2.6 km
  • Kirkstall Forge2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Weetwood Avenue0.2 km
  • Weetwood Avenue0.2 km
  • Weetwood Lane Weetwood Ct0.2 km
  • Weetwood Lane Weetwood Ct0.3 km
  • Glen Road0.4 km