Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

STAIRFOOT VIEW, LS16 8JS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STAIRFOOT VIEW, LS16 8JS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

330

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 62,600 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LS16 8JS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

LS16 8JS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 91% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

LS16 8JS is a sought-after residential area on Stairfoot View, 0.7km from Adel in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Adel & Wharfedale ward and the Leeds North West constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LS16, LS16 8JS offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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 17 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 8JS are sourced from Output Area E00057360 (shared with 13 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 8JS. The average age is 47.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.3%
Asian / British Asian11.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.5%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LS16 8JS has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Adel St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils0.7 km
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Adel Primary School

Good236 pupils0.8 km
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St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Good211 pupils1.4 km
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Alwoodley Primary School

Outstanding478 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Adel War Memorial Association Ltd0.7 km
  • Lawnswood Arms1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Dastaan Indian Restaurant1.0 km
  • York Gate Cafe0.2 km
  • BP Adel SF Connect1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Mr Takumi0.9 km
  • Star Anise1.0 km
  • Berrys Grill House1.0 km
  • Cooplands1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Adel Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Adel Wood Store0.5 km
  • Cooplands (Moortown)0.9 km
  • Woodends Of Adel1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Horsforth3.7 km
  • Kirkstall Forge4.5 km
  • Headingley4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Sir George Martin Drive East Moor Ln0.4 km