Is LS18 5HY a safe place to live?

Yes, LS18 5HY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 17 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of LS18 5HY?

The population for the LS18 5HY area is approximately 173 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

LS18 5HY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS18 5HY.

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

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Population

173

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 60,900 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS18 5HY 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.

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2/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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7/10

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2/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates LS18 5HY — age 42, 76% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LS18 5HY is a sought-after residential area located 0.8km from Bramhope, Old in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Adel & Wharfedale ward and the Leeds North West constituency.

For serious buyers, LS18 5HY is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% 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.

Census 2021 statistics for LS18 5HY are sourced from Output Area E00058332 (shared with 16 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 LS18 5HY. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean1.2%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

55%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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

LS18 5HY has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are drugs and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Other crime1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

None Go Bye Farm0.9 km
None-Go-Bye Farm Shop0.9 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Travel Lodge1.0 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

High Trees Garden Centre0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Horsforth3.6 km
Guiseley4.4 km
Apperley Bridge5.5 km