Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

KNIGHTSWAY, LS25 1BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNIGHTSWAY, LS25 1BH.

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Population

204

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Avg Age

62

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Avg Income

£ 41,100 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

LS25 1BH has a significant social housing presence — 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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LS25 1BH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Knightsway, 0.5km from Garforth, West in Garforth. Administratively it sits within Garforth & Swillington ward and the Elmet and Rothwell constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LS25 1BH is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Average age 62 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 15% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £216k.

Census 2021 statistics for LS25 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00057415 (shared with 5 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 LS25 1BH. The average age is 62.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 15%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 182,500

8 sales · Mean £ 194,650

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

LS25 1BH has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences58
Anti-social behaviour9
Criminal damage and arson8
Drugs5
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Garforth Academy

Outstanding1891 pupils0.2 km
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Strawberry Fields Primary School

Good345 pupils0.2 km
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St Benedict's Catholic Primary School

Good220 pupils1.2 km
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Ninelands Primary School

Good456 pupils1.2 km
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Kippax North Primary School

Good250 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.9 km
  • Co-Operative (Garforth)0.9 km
  • D M Firth Butchers (Garforth)0.9 km
  • Greggs (Garforth)0.9 km
  • Londis0.2 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn (Garforth)0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Gaping Goose0.2 km
  • Garforth Working Mens Club Committee0.5 km
  • Jigger And Jar0.9 km
  • The Bird In Hand0.7 km
  • Miller And Carter0.8 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Cielo0.7 km
  • Cielo0.6 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • La Bella Vita0.7 km
  • Paulas Cafe0.7 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Central Fisheries0.9 km
  • China Town0.7 km
  • Feedo's0.9 km
  • Golden Crust And Golden Grill0.9 km
  • Good Food Store0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Nisa Local0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Garforth Station1.3 km
  • East Garforth2.1 km
  • Cross Gates4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Garforth Academy School Services0.1 km
  • Garforth Academy0.1 km
  • Garforth Academy0.1 km
  • Lidgett Lane0.2 km
  • Ringway Goosefield Rise0.2 km