LS6 1LU is a safe, established residential area on Cardigan Road, 0.7km from Burley Lawns in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Headingley & Hyde Park ward and the Leeds North West constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LS6 1LU offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With an average age of just 25, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 74% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for LS6 1LU are sourced from Output Area E00057659 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARDIGAN ROAD, LS6 1LU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARDIGAN ROAD, LS6 1LU.
396
25
£ 32,300 /yr
22%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS6 1LU 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
LS6 1LU is a high-turnover rental hub — with 74% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Average age 25 and low crime make this an unusually liveable rental area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS6 1LU. The average age is 25.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 300,000
1 sales · Mean £ 300,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS6 1LU has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Brudenell Primary School
Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Spring Bank Primary School
Kirkstall Valley Primary School
Rosebank Primary School
Shire Oak VC Primary School
Leeds City Academy
Beecroft Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
62 nearby- Alkhaleej0.8 km
- Amazing / Charlie Chans / Uni Pizza Pizza0.4 km
- Bad Chick0.9 km
- Double Dragon Leeds0.8 km
- Dukes Gelato Passion0.0 km
- + 57 more
Retailers - Other
50 nearby- Mistrys Superette0.4 km
- Noshi Food Store0.8 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.4 km
- Wingdom0.5 km
- Local Off Licence0.0 km
- + 45 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Royal Park Hotel0.4 km
- Hyde Park Hotel1.0 km
- Control1.0 km
- New Headingley Club0.8 km
- Burley Conservative Club0.7 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
70 nearby- De Baga0.9 km
- Dewan Cafe Restaurant0.8 km
- Kaffa Cafe0.4 km
- Mythos Greek LTD0.8 km
- Rainbow Junktion0.6 km
- + 65 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
- Aldi Store0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Asda (Kirkstall Road)0.9 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Haleys Hotel1.0 km
- Butler And Boundary Hotel0.8 km
- Hinsley Hall0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burley Park0.3 km
- Headingley1.3 km
- Leeds2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Mayville Avenue0.0 km
- Mayville Avenue0.1 km
- Burley Park Rail Station0.1 km
- Burley Park Station0.1 km
- Burley Park Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: LS61LU · Data under Open Government Licence