LS6 2SE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sharp Mews, 0.4km from Woodhouse Cliff in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Chapel Allerton ward and the Leeds North East constituency.
For families considering a move, LS6 2SE represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leeds. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
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 £271k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LS6 2SE are sourced from Output Area E00057634 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHARP MEWS, LS6 2SE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHARP MEWS, LS6 2SE.
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35
£ 31,300 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS6 2SE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
LS6 2SE is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 35 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS6 2SE. The average age is 35.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 234,250
4 sales · Mean £ 255,875
Terraced
£ 214,000
3 sales · Mean £ 216,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS6 2SE has low crime rates — 27 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
Leeds City Academy
Shire Oak VC Primary School
Quarry Mount Primary School
Alder Tree Primary Academy
Spring Bank Primary School
Brudenell Primary School
Meanwood Church of England Primary School
West Oaks School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- Boots The Chemists (Headingley)0.9 km
- Greggs (Meanwood)0.8 km
- One Stop0.9 km
- Superdrug1.0 km
- + 20 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Alfred0.8 km
- Arcadia Ale Wine Bar1.0 km
- Woodhouse Cricket Club0.2 km
- The Skyrack1.0 km
- Hyde Park Hotel0.7 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
38 nearby- Marcels Cafe0.7 km
- Santorini Bar And Grill1.0 km
- Via Verde0.9 km
- The Barn Coffee Shop0.7 km
- Costa Coffee (Arndale Centre)1.0 km
- + 33 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- One Beyond0.8 km
- Aldi (Meanwood)0.8 km
- Sushi Daily0.8 km
- Poundstretcher0.8 km
- Waitrose (Meanwood)0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Bento King0.8 km
- Bradford Curry House1.0 km
- Friends Of Food0.8 km
- Naeems Tandoori0.7 km
- St Michaels Fisheries1.0 km
- + 18 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Haleys Hotel0.6 km
- Hinsley Hall0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burley Park1.7 km
- Headingley2.0 km
- Leeds3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Woodhouse Ckt Club0.2 km
- Grove Lane Junction0.3 km
- Woodhouse Ckt Club0.3 km
- Grove Lane Junction0.3 km
- Grove Lane Junction0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LS62SE · Data under Open Government Licence