Postcode Analysis Leeds, Yorkshire and The Humber

LS9 8BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LS9 8BP.

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Population

587

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Avg Age

25

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Avg Income

£ 38,700 /yr

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Employed

8%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LS9 8BP 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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9/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

LS9 8BP has a significant social housing presence — 86% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.

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

LS9 8BP is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.1km from Steander in Leeds. Administratively it sits within Hunslet & Riverside ward and the Leeds Central constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LS9 8BP is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a healthcare and public administration zone — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. Average age 25 — a clear signal of a student and young renter community, typically with strong café and nightlife culture nearby. 86% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 5% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are high (181 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for LS9 8BP are sourced from Output Area E00170271 (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 LS9 8BP. The average age is 25.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.3%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean5.3%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

8%Active
FT: 5%
Unemployed: 1%
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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 rates near LS9 8BP are high at 181 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences383
Public order171
Anti-social behaviour169
Drugs149
Shoplifting131

school Local Schools

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Mount St Mary's Catholic High School

Good929 pupils0.3 km
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The Ruth Gorse Academy

Outstanding1269 pupils0.5 km
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Ebor Gardens Primary Academy

Good360 pupils0.7 km
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The Richmond Hill Academy

Good615 pupils0.7 km
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St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Leeds

Outstanding256 pupils0.8 km
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University Technical College Leeds

Good392 pupils0.8 km
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All Saint's Richmond Hill Church of England Primary School

Good248 pupils0.8 km
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Shakespeare Primary School

Good720 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

92 nearby
  • Ascot Off Licence0.9 km
  • Kundola General Stores0.9 km
  • Mayfair Bites0.9 km
  • The Gateway Express0.1 km
  • Briggate Convenience Store0.7 km
  • + 87 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

85 nearby
  • Anglers Club0.8 km
  • 360 Champagne And Cocktails0.9 km
  • Bar Fibre0.7 km
  • Bowers Tap0.7 km
  • Horse And Trumpet0.9 km
  • + 80 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

254 nearby
  • Brown Sugar0.8 km
  • Complete Woman CIC0.5 km
  • Rumbling Tum Cafe0.6 km
  • Tuk Tuk Grills0.8 km
  • Printworks Cafe0.9 km
  • + 249 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

10 nearby
  • Hampton By Hilton0.7 km
  • Cosmopolitan0.8 km
  • Leeds Marriott Hotel0.8 km
  • The Wrens Hotel0.9 km
  • Ibis Budget Hotel0.1 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

63 nearby
  • Pumpkin0.5 km
  • Big Bite0.8 km
  • Easy Bite Freshly Made Everyday0.9 km
  • Graveleys Fish And Chips1.0 km
  • Meal Deal0.8 km
  • + 58 more
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Supermarkets

10 nearby
  • Aldi1.0 km
  • Heron Foods0.9 km
  • Hang Sing Hong0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leeds1.2 km
  • Burley Park3.4 km
  • Headingley4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Flax Place The Avenue0.1 km
  • Flax Place The Avenue0.1 km
  • Cultural E0.2 km
  • Cultural D0.2 km
  • Cultural F0.2 km