Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

LS3 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS3 1BL.

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Population

538

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Avg Age

26

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Avg Income

£ 30,200 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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1/10
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8/10
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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

LS3 1BL is a high-turnover rental hub — with 93% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 26).

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

LS3 1BL is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.3km from Westfield in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Little London & Woodhouse ward and the Leeds Central constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LS3 1BL offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With an average age of just 26, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 93% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 101 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for LS3 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00187145 (shared with 7 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 LS3 1BL. The average age is 26.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British50.6%
Asian / British Asian33.6%
Black / African / Caribbean4.5%
Other / Mixed11.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

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

Crime around LS3 1BL is above average at 101 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting324
Violence and sexual offences215
Other theft65
Anti-social behaviour51
Public order42

school Local Schools

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Rosebank Primary School

Good353 pupils0.4 km
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Blenheim Primary School

Outstanding454 pupils1.1 km
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Brudenell Primary School

Good260 pupils1.2 km
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Quarry Mount Primary School

Good191 pupils1.4 km
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Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good195 pupils1.4 km
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West Oaks School

Outstanding357 pupils1.5 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good226 pupils1.5 km
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Castleton Primary School

Good467 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

42 nearby
  • Alkhaleej0.5 km
  • Amazing / Charlie Chans / Uni Pizza Pizza0.9 km
  • Double Dragon Leeds0.4 km
  • Luciano's And China Diner0.6 km
  • Maxis Pizza And Chopsticks0.9 km
  • + 37 more
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Retailers - Other

45 nearby
  • Noshi Food Store0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's Local0.9 km
  • Wingdom1.0 km
  • Londis0.9 km
  • Londis Lyceum0.9 km
  • + 40 more
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Pub, NightClub

24 nearby
  • Royal Park Hotel0.8 km
  • Hedley Verity0.9 km
  • Veritas0.8 km
  • Leeds University (Terrace Bar)0.5 km
  • Leeds University Student Union (Stylus And Function)0.5 km
  • + 19 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

110 nearby
  • Dewan Cafe Restaurant0.5 km
  • Mythos Greek LTD0.4 km
  • Rainbow Junktion0.6 km
  • Woodsley Food Hub0.5 km
  • Bagel Factory0.8 km
  • + 105 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Mercure Hotel0.9 km
  • Holiday Inn Express0.5 km
  • Premier Inn, Leeds City Centre0.7 km
  • Ibis Leeds Centre0.6 km
  • Roomzzz Leeds City West0.2 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burley Park1.0 km
  • Leeds1.3 km
  • Headingley2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Clarendon Rd Mount Preston Street0.2 km
  • Rosebank School0.3 km
  • St Andrews Street0.3 km
  • Rosebank School0.3 km
  • St Andrews Street0.4 km