leeds LS24 Postcodes
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Leeds (LS24)
The LS24 postcode area is located in the Leeds postcode town region, within the county of North Yorkshire, and contains a total of 499 individual postcodes.
There are 40 electoral wards in the LS24 postcode area, including Ilkley, Leeds, Otley, Pudsey, Tadcaster, Wetherby which come under the local authority of the Selby Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 31% of people in LS24 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 LS24 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
LS24 is a postcode district that covers the township of Scholes in the east of Leeds. It spans an area that lies within the metropolitan county of West Yorkshire, with parts also located within both the City of Leeds and the City of York.
LS24 has good transport links, being located close to junction 44 of the M1 Motorway, which makes it an ideal commuter location for those needing to travel to other parts of the city or beyond. The nearby Leeds City Rail Station provides direct access into the center of Leeds. This postcode district is also well linked to the rest of the region, with the A1(M) and M62 providing good access to the rest of West Yorkshire, as well as to York and other northern towns.
The majority of LS24 is rural in nature, with the eastern part of the postcode largely made up of small villages and hamlets. The western parts of the postcode district have a more suburban feel, with plenty of housing and other amenities. The Redmires Reservoir and the Leeds Country Way are also located in this area, providing locals with plenty of options for outdoor activities.
The main shopping center in LS24 is the Wetherby Retail Park, which is home to a variety of shops and eateries, as well as a cinema multiplex. Several local pubs and bars are also located in the area, as well as some popular places to eat, such as the White Horse Inn. For more leisure activities, the nearby Thorp Perrow Arboretum offers more than 240 acres of stunning gardens, ponds, and woodland.
For health services, LS24 is served by the Wetherby Medical Practice, as well as a local NHS walk-in center situated in Wetherby town center. The area has several well-regarded schools, including Woodkirk Academy and Wetherby High School, as well as a number of primary schools. In terms of higher education establishments, York St John University and Leeds Trinity University both have campuses located within the district.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 92%WORKING
- 8%UNEMPLOYED
8% of people in LS24 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 96%WHITE
- 4%NON-WHITE
96% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
North Yorkshire
LS24 is located in the county of North Yorkshire, in England.
North Yorkshire has a total population of 1,145,700, making it the 14th largest county in the UK.
North Yorkshire has a total area of 3341 square miles, and a population density of 132 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
Outward Code | LS24 |
Postal Town | Leeds |
MSOA Name | Selby 001 |
LSOA Name | Selby 001B |
County | North Yorkshire |
Region | North Yorkshire |
Country | England |
Local Authority | Selby |
Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
LS24 Electoral Wards
The postal region of LS24, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Wednesday, May 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 31% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.