LS16 6LW is a mixed residential area on Iveson Rise, 0.1km from Ireland Wood in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Weetwood ward and the Leeds North West constituency.
For families considering a move, LS16 6LW represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £163k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 10.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LS16 6LW are sourced from Output Area E00058941 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IVESON RISE, LS16 6LW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IVESON RISE, LS16 6LW.
235
40
£ 42,800 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
LS16 6LW is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 10.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS16 6LW. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 163,000
3 sales · Mean £ 169,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS16 6LW is moderate at 69 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.
school Local Schools
Iveson Primary School
Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy
Lighthouse School Leeds
Lawnswood School
Abbey Grange Church of England Academy
Ireland Wood Primary School
St Chad's Church of England Primary School
Ralph Thoresby School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Euro Garages LTD0.8 km
- Moor Grange Service Station0.6 km
- Vine Deli & Bakery0.7 km
- Food And Booze Mini Mart0.4 km
- Greggs Lawnswood1.0 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Kennedy's0.6 km
- Red Bean0.4 km
- Gusto0.3 km
- University Of Leeds1.0 km
- J's Bistro0.7 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Lazeez & Topolo0.2 km
- Lucky Red Chinese Takeaway0.1 km
- New Oriental Ltd0.4 km
- Vitos Pizza1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Lawnswood Red Triangle0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Weetwood Hall1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative (Spen Lane)0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Horsforth1.9 km
- Kirkstall Forge2.2 km
- Headingley2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Iveson School0.1 km
- Spen Lane0.2 km
- Iveson School0.2 km
- Spen Lane0.2 km
- Spen Ln Iveson Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS166LW · Data under Open Government Licence