LS16 6RU is a safe, established residential area on Birchtree Way, 0.6km from Ireland Wood in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Weetwood ward and the Leeds North West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 35 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k.
Census 2021 statistics for LS16 6RU are sourced from Output Area E00057403 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BIRCHTREE WAY, LS16 6RU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCHTREE WAY, LS16 6RU.
514
35
£ 42,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS16 6RU 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
LS16 6RU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 35, 68% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS16 6RU. The average age is 34.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 289,000
2 sales · Mean £ 289,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS16 6RU has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lighthouse School Leeds
Iveson Primary School
Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy
Abbey Grange Church of England Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Horsforth
Ireland Wood Primary School
Broadgate Primary School
Cookridge Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Moor Grange Service Station0.6 km
- Silk Mini Market0.5 km
- Vine Deli & Bakery0.9 km
- Broadgate Off Licence0.8 km
- Raynel Stores1.0 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Kennedy's0.9 km
- Low Lane Cafe0.7 km
- Red Bean0.9 km
- Welcome In Community Centre0.5 km
- Residence 74 Café & Bar0.9 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Jade Unicorn1.0 km
- Lazeez & Topolo0.9 km
- Lucky Red Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- New Oriental Ltd0.6 km
- Woodside Stores1.0 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Woodside Micro Pub0.7 km
- Tinshill And Cookridge Club And Institute0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative (Spen Lane)0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Horsforth1.1 km
- Kirkstall Forge2.0 km
- Headingley3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Birchtree Way0.0 km
- Birchtree Way0.1 km
- Iveson Drive0.2 km
- Silk Mill Approach0.2 km
- Iveson Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS166RU · Data under Open Government Licence