47,805TOTAL POPULATION
18,339HOUSEHOLDS
11.8%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£57,200AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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LS8 POSTCODE REGION

Leeds (LS8)

The LS8 postcode area is located in the Leeds postcode town region, within the county of West Yorkshire, and contains a total of 1408 individual postcodes.

There are 14 electoral wards in the LS8 postcode area, including Ilkley, Leeds, Otley, Pudsey, Tadcaster, Wetherby which come under the local authority of the Leeds Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in LS8 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 LS8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The LS8 postcode is located in Leeds in the western part of the city. It covers the districts of Oakwood, Roundhay, Gipton, Gledhow, Colton, Seacroft, Killingbeck, Harehills, Harehills Lane, Halton Moor, Halton, Osmondthorpe, Cross Gates, Whinmoor and Pendas Fields.

LS8 is a large suburban postcode district. Housing is mainly terraced and terraced style, and many of the properties have been modernised in recent years, providing residents with a comfortable living environment. The area benefits from good transport links to Leeds City Centre with a regular bus service, and frequent trains calling at New Pudsey, Lawnswood, and Leeds stations. Schools and education facilities are plentiful, with a range of options to suit all ages.

The area has many green spaces and parks, making it a great choice for families. Roundhay Park, one of the largest city parks in Europe, is only a few minutes away and includes lakes and tropical gardens. Gipton Eden sports centre offers a range of sporting activities, and the nearby Wigton Moor Nature Reserve and Cross Gates Community Park provide plenty of opportunities for leisure and recreation.

The shopping options in LS8 are diverse, ranging from independent stores to large supermarkets. There are several small local businesses, such as cafes, bars, bakers and delicatessens, and roundhay and Cross Gates retail parks cater to all shopping needs.

The area has all the amenities and attractions expected of a major city. Restaurants, cinemas, pubs, bars, and music venues offer plenty of entertainment for adults and children alike. Additionally, there are several sports clubs and associations in LS8, such as the Allerton Grange Girls' Football team, which provide extra activities for local youngsters. LS8 is also conveniently close to Bramham Park, home of the Leeds Festival.

TheLS8 postcode district provides a great living environment for its residents, with plenty of amenities and attractions, good transport links, and access to green spaces.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 79%WORKING
  • 21%UNEMPLOYED

21% of people in LS8 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 26%AB
  • 43%C2/C2
  • 31%DE

According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 52%WHITE
  • 48%NON-WHITE

52% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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LS8West Yorkshire

West Yorkshire

The county of West Yorkshire

LS8 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 CodeLS8
Postal TownLeeds
MSOA NameLeeds 024
LSOA NameLeeds 024A
CountyWest Yorkshire
RegionWest Yorkshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityLeeds
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

LS8 Electoral Wards

The postal region of LS8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Alwoodley Gates
Beechwood
Brooklands
Fearnville
Gipton
Gipton Wood
Gledhow
Hollin Park
Lady Wood
Lidgett Park
Monkswood
Oakwood
Park Villas
Roundhay
Shadwell
Browse Postcodes in LS8

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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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