Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

BIRCHTREE WAY, LS16 6RU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCHTREE WAY, LS16 6RU.

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Population

514

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /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 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.

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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British76.1%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed10.9%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 41%
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

£ 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.

Violence and sexual offences57
Public order13
Criminal damage and arson12
Burglary11
Vehicle crime10

school Local Schools

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Lighthouse School Leeds

Good82 pupils0.2 km
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Iveson Primary School

Good368 pupils0.7 km
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Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good203 pupils0.8 km
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Abbey Grange Church of England Academy

Good1607 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Horsforth

Outstanding208 pupils1.2 km
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Ireland Wood Primary School

Good419 pupils1.2 km
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Broadgate Primary School

Good455 pupils1.3 km
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Cookridge Primary School

Good314 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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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
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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
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Woodside Micro Pub0.7 km
  • Tinshill And Cookridge Club And Institute0.7 km
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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