LS16 8HL is a sought-after residential area on Weetwood Lane, 0.2km from Weetwood in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Weetwood ward and the Leeds North West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS16, LS16 8HL offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. By day, the area transitions to a professional home-workers in outer suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. With residents averaging 30 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 77% 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 26 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 8HL are sourced from Output Area E00169597 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEETWOOD LANE, LS16 8HL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEETWOOD LANE, LS16 8HL.
534
30
£ 55,300 /yr
19%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LS16 8HL combines high owner-occupation (77%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS16 8HL. The average age is 29.6. 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: Characterized by young property owners. A vibrant neighborhood where early-career professionals are getting on the housing ladder.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS16 8HL has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lawnswood School
Weetwood Primary School
St Chad's Church of England Primary School
Meanwood Church of England Primary School
Iveson Primary School
Abbey Grange Church of England Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Woodies0.9 km
- The Three Horse Shoes0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Rajput Kebab House0.9 km
- Student Union Coffee Bar0.9 km
- West Park Lounge0.5 km
- El Greco0.5 km
- Lavanta Restaurant0.4 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Catch Headingley0.9 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Bottle Chop0.9 km
- Spar/Tango Ice Blast0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Village Hotel And Leisure Club0.2 km
- Weetwood Hall0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Headingley2.0 km
- Kirkstall Forge2.4 km
- Burley Park3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Weetwood Lane Quarry Dene Pk0.3 km
- Weetwood Lane Quarry Dene Pk0.3 km
- Weetwood Lane Foxhill Ave0.4 km
- Weetwood Lane Foxhill Ave0.4 km
- Lawnswood School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LS168HL · Data under Open Government Licence