34,737TOTAL POPULATION
15,491HOUSEHOLDS
10.9%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£28,080AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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LS11 POSTCODE REGION

Leeds (LS11)

The LS11 postcode area is located in the Leeds postcode town region, within the county of West Yorkshire, and contains a total of 1515 individual postcodes.

There are 7 electoral wards in the LS11 postcode area, including Ilkley, Leeds, Otley, Pudsey, Tadcaster, Wetherby which come under the local authority of the Leeds Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 14% of people in LS11 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of LS11 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The LS11 postcode area in the Leeds district comprises nine post towns and 12 postcode districts in West Yorkshire, England. It covers most of the Beeston, Hunslet, Cottingley, Belle Isle, Middleton, Stourton and Holbeck areas of eastern Leeds and parts of south-east Leeds and south-west Leeds. It includes the main underlying wards of Beeston, Hunslet and Riverside, Cottingley, Belle Isle, Middleton Park, Stourton with Sugar Hill and Holbeck.

Beeston is a vibrant, multicultural suburb of Leeds, home to a diverse variety of local businesses, independent shops, bars and restaurants. Hunslet is a former industrial core with a heritage of engineering and shipbuilding, and now boasts the renovated Royal Armouries Museum and popular shops, cafes and eateries. Cottingley is a residential area of Leeds with a range of amenities including a supermarket and a leisure centre. Belle Isle is a densely populated, largely residential area of Leeds with a strong sense of community spirit. Middleton Park is a large park off the Leeds-Bradford Road with excellent recreational and sports facilities. Stourton with Sugar Hill is an excellent location to live close to the city centre's amenities while still enjoying the peace and tranquillity of parkland and open spaces. Lastly, Holbeck is a former industrial area now transformed into a vibrant community centre with shops, art galleries and independent eating places.

LS11 is an area full of character, combining both modern convenience and a unique sense of history. It is home to a multicultural population of over 28,000 people, each bring their own vibrant heritage and culture to the area. The district includes both residential areas and a variety of retail and leisure facilities including two large supermarkets. Basic amenities such as a GP practice, pharmacy, pubs and takeaways are also readily available. Excellent bus, train and road links make the area easy to access from the city centre and the surrounding areas. The postcode is served by three primary schools - Cottingley Primary School, Hunslet St Mary's CofE Primary School and Beeston Primary School - as well as various secondary schools. The LS11 postcode area provides the perfect balance for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, yet remain close to the amenities of the Leeds city centre.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 81%WORKING
  • 19%UNEMPLOYED

19% of people in LS11 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 14%AB
  • 48%C2/C2
  • 38%DE

According to census records, 14% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 68%WHITE
  • 32%NON-WHITE

68% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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LS11West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire

The county of West Yorkshire

LS11 is located in the county of West Yorkshire, in England.

West Yorkshire has a total population of 2,299,700, making it the 4th largest county in the UK.

West Yorkshire has a total area of 783 square miles, and a population density of 1133 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

West Yorkshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeLS11
Postal TownLeeds
MSOA NameLeeds 082
LSOA NameLeeds 082C
CountyWest Yorkshire
RegionWest Yorkshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityLeeds
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

LS11 Electoral Wards

The postal region of LS11, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Beeston
Beeston Hill
Holbeck
Hunslet
Hunslet Carr
Mill Shaw
New Wortley
Pottery Field
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