LS16 8AW is a sought-after residential area located 0.1km from Eccup in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Alwoodley ward and the Leeds North East constituency.
For serious buyers, LS16 8AW is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents here average 55 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 81% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 8AW are sourced from Output Area E00058266 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LS16 8AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS16 8AW.
104
55
£ 63,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS16 8AW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
LS16 8AW is a settled retirement community — average age 55, 81% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS16 8AW. The average age is 55.0. 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 & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
LS16 8AW has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- New Inn0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Weeton5.5 km
- Horsforth5.5 km
- Kirkstall Forge6.7 km
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Postcode Profile: LS168AW · Data under Open Government Licence