LS6 3AA is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Otley Road, 0.2km from Headingley in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Headingley & Hyde Park ward and the Leeds North West constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — 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 26, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 73% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for LS6 3AA are sourced from Output Area E00057691 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OTLEY ROAD, LS6 3AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OTLEY ROAD, LS6 3AA.
319
26
£ 42,100 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LS6 3AA 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
At 73% private renter occupancy, LS6 3AA is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 26).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS6 3AA. The average age is 25.8. 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 & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LS6 3AA is moderate at 58 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
Shire Oak VC Primary School
Spring Bank Primary School
Brudenell Primary School
Weetwood Primary School
Leeds City Academy
Meanwood Church of England Primary School
Burley St Matthias Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Kirkstall Valley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Co-Operative (Headingley)0.9 km
- The Co-Operative Pharmacy (Kirkstall)0.7 km
- Crossley News0.1 km
- Mistrys Superette0.6 km
- Greggs (Arndale Centre)0.2 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Head Of Steam0.1 km
- The Box0.1 km
- The Headingley Taps0.1 km
- Arcadia Ale Wine Bar0.2 km
- New Headingley Club0.2 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
48 nearby- De Baga0.0 km
- Pho 370.1 km
- The Billing Tea Room0.6 km
- Ecco Pizzeria0.3 km
- Heavenly Desserts0.3 km
- + 43 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Dukes Gelato Passion1.0 km
- Fat Hippo Headingley0.1 km
- KFC (Arndale Centre)0.2 km
- Marco Polo Desserts0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Haleys Hotel0.4 km
- Butler And Boundary Hotel0.3 km
- Hinsley Hall0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Headingley1.1 km
- Burley Park1.3 km
- Kirkstall Forge2.9 km
Bus Stops
- North Lane Library0.1 km
- North Lane Library0.1 km
- St Michaels Church0.1 km
- St Michaels Church0.2 km
- St Michaels Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LS63AA · Data under Open Government Licence