Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

LS6 2PG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS6 2PG.

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

638

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Avg Age

25

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Avg Income

£ 43,300 /yr

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Employed

9%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS6 2PG 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.

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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

With 74% social renting, LS6 2PG is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 25-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

LS6 2PG is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.4km from Headingley in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Headingley & Hyde Park ward and the Leeds North West constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LS6 2PG is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. 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 socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 6% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for LS6 2PG are sourced from Output Area E00170581 (shared with 8 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 LS6 2PG. The average age is 24.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British82.1%
Asian / British Asian4.9%
Black / African / Caribbean4.4%
Other / Mixed8.6%

Economic Activity

9%Active
FT: 6%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

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

Crime around LS6 2PG is moderate at 58 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences147
Shoplifting56
Vehicle crime53
Burglary36
Public order35

school Local Schools

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Shire Oak VC Primary School

Good210 pupils0.1 km
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Spring Bank Primary School

Requires Improvement199 pupils0.5 km
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Brudenell Primary School

Good260 pupils1.0 km
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Weetwood Primary School

Good260 pupils1.0 km
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Meanwood Church of England Primary School

Outstanding211 pupils1.0 km
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Leeds City Academy

Good877 pupils1.2 km
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Quarry Mount Primary School

Good191 pupils1.5 km
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Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good195 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Crossley News0.2 km
  • Mistrys Superette0.8 km
  • Greggs (Arndale Centre)0.2 km
  • The Co-Operative Pharmacy (Kirkstall)0.8 km
  • 24 Hour Shop0.5 km
  • + 18 more
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Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Head Of Steam0.3 km
  • The Box0.2 km
  • The Headingley Taps0.3 km
  • Meanwood Conservative Club0.9 km
  • Woodies0.8 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

54 nearby
  • De Baga0.2 km
  • Pho 370.3 km
  • The Billing Tea Room0.8 km
  • Ecco Pizzeria0.3 km
  • Heavenly Desserts0.2 km
  • + 49 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Waitrose (Meanwood)0.9 km
  • Sainsburys0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Sushi Daily0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Fat Hippo Headingley0.2 km
  • KFC (Arndale Centre)0.2 km
  • Marco Polo Desserts0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.4 km
  • Star Chef Takeaway0.4 km
  • + 19 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Haleys Hotel0.3 km
  • Hinsley Hall0.5 km
  • Butler And Boundary Hotel0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Headingley1.2 km
  • Burley Park1.5 km
  • Kirkstall Forge3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Headingley Arndale0.2 km
  • Headingley Arndale0.2 km
  • North Lane Library0.2 km
  • North Lane Library0.2 km
  • Grove Ln Grove Road0.3 km