LS3 1DW is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.5km from Little Woodhouse in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Little London & Woodhouse ward and the Leeds Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LS3 1DW is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — big city services, with accommodation and food. With an average age of just 20, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds. Full-time employment stands at 1% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 103 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for LS3 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00187110 (shared with 51 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LS3 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS3 1DW.
2,324
20
£ 30,200 /yr
2%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS3 1DW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LS3 1DW has a significant social housing presence — 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 20-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS3 1DW. The average age is 20.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS3 1DW is above average at 103 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.
school Local Schools
Rosebank Primary School
Castleton Primary School
Blenheim Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Belle Vue Stores0.6 km
- Go Gold Local0.2 km
- Go Local G J Food & Wine1.0 km
- Gopuff0.8 km
- Noshi Food Store0.9 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
37 nearby- Northern Snooker Centre0.3 km
- The Highland Pub0.0 km
- Leeds University Student Union (Old Bar)0.9 km
- All Bar One0.9 km
- Becketts Bank1.0 km
- + 32 more
Restaurant, Cafe
129 nearby- Deli No 11.0 km
- Manjaros0.4 km
- TGI Fridays0.2 km
- Interactive Investors Canteeen0.2 km
- Jack-Pots0.5 km
- + 124 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Zaks0.8 km
- Humpit0.9 km
- Waki Maki0.9 km
- Alkhaleej0.8 km
- + 26 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
13 nearby- Ibis Leeds Centre0.1 km
- Mercure Hotel0.6 km
- Crowne Plaza Hotel0.6 km
- Dakota Deluxe Leeds0.9 km
- Mack Opco0.6 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
- Marks And Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
- Co-operative (West Point)0.7 km
- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leeds1.0 km
- Burley Park1.4 km
- Headingley2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Kirkstall Fire Stn0.1 km
- St Andrews Street0.1 km
- St Andrews Street0.2 km
- Kirkstall Fire Stn0.2 km
- Leeds City College0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS31DW · Data under Open Government Licence