LS16 7DL is a safe, established residential area on Hillcrest Rise, 0.3km from Tinshill in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Weetwood ward and the Leeds North West constituency.
For families considering a move, LS16 7DL represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £478k, up 20.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LS16 7DL are sourced from Output Area E00057374 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILLCREST RISE, LS16 7DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLCREST RISE, LS16 7DL.
320
39
£ 40,900 /yr
43%
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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LS16 7DL's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £478k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 20.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS16 7DL. The average age is 39.1. 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
£ 345,700
23 sales · Mean £ 357,617
Detached
£ 580,000
7 sales · Mean £ 534,590
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS16 7DL has low crime rates — 19 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.
school Local Schools
Cookridge Primary School
Cookridge Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Ralph Thoresby School
Ireland Wood Primary School
Lighthouse School Leeds
Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy
Iveson Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Cookridge Stores0.8 km
- Silk Mini Market0.7 km
- Raynel Stores0.9 km
- Cohens Chemist0.3 km
- Paddys News0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Welcome In Community Centre0.7 km
- Alexanders Deli0.4 km
- Holt Park Leisure Cafe Bar0.7 km
- The Yorkshire Crust0.9 km
- J's Bistro1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Fox And Hounds (Cookridge)0.9 km
- Tinshill And Cookridge Club And Institute0.9 km
- The High Farm0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
- Asda (Holt Park)0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Horsforth1.1 km
- Kirkstall Forge3.1 km
- Headingley4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Cookridge Fire Stn0.3 km
- Tinshill Avenue0.3 km
- Cookridge Fire Stn0.3 km
- Tinshill Avenue0.4 km
- Otley Old Rd Tinshill Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LS167DL · Data under Open Government Licence