Thirlmere Close is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS11 8JH is located in the Beeston & Holbeck electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds Central. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thirlmere Close, Leeds, LS11 8JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS11 8HL, LS11 8HG, LS11 8EN, LS11 8HJ, LS11 8HW, LS11 0DL, LS11 8EP, LS11 8EG, LS11 8HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS11 8JH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 54.1% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 48.4% | 45.9% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.5% | 36.3% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 48.5% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 3% | 3.5% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -5.6% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 7% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.3% | 41.5% | 5.2% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 31.6% | -7.9% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 18.1% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 7.8% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 26.2% | -1.8% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 8.7% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 15.7% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 19.8% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 19.2% | -0.4% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 3.7% | 4.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 3.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 6.2% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 3.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 92.1% | 86.1% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 4.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.2% | 90.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 6.2% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 91.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Muslim | 6.2% | 6.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thirlmere Close was 93.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.9% lower than the Beeston & Holbeck average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thirlmere Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Beeston & Holbeck and the 1109th highest crime rate of 2,525 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Thirlmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-11-04 | £204,054 |
| 27 Thirlmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-04-16 | £216,212 |
| 40 Thirlmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2025-03-14 | £187,514 |
| 23 Thirlmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2025-01-31 | £184,169 |
| 23 Thirlmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,500 | 2024-12-20 | £186,730 |
LS11 8JH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunslet Nursery School Sussex Gardens , Off Low Road LS10 2LA | - not rated | 4,219 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Ardsley Nursery School Bradford Road , East Ardsley WF3 2DN | - not rated | 4,830 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugh Gaitskell Primary School St Anthony's Drive , Beeston LS11 8AB | 3out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottingley Primary School Dulverton Grove , Cottingley LS11 0HU | - not rated | 1,071 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lift Cottingley Dulverton Grove , Cottingley LS11 0HU | 3out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottingley First School Dulverton Grove , LS11 0HU | - not rated | 1,071 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beeston Primary School Town Street , LS11 8PN | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton First School Middleton Park Avenue , LS10 4HU | - not rated | 3,017 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugh Gaitskell School St Anthony's Drive , Beeston LS11 8AB | - not rated | 1,014 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn High School Parkside , Gypsy Lane LS11 5TT | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn School Parkside , Gipsy Lane LS11 5TT | 4out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn School Parkside , Gipsy Lane LS11 5TT | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Murray High School Brown Lane , LS11 0DJ | - not rated | 2,437 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Flats Park Middle School Harlech Road , LS11 7DG | - not rated | 1,839 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside County Middle School Beeston Road , LS11 8ND | - not rated | 2,662 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arthur Greenwood Middle School Bismarck Drive , LS11 6UA | - not rated | 2,852 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Blenkinsop Middle School Sissons Terrace , Middleton LS10 4LQ | - not rated | 3,010 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Park High School Acre Road , Middleton LS10 4DE | - not rated | 3,190 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elliott Hudson College The White Rose Office Park, Millshaw Park Lane , LS11 0LT | - not rated | 153 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Priestley College Peel Street Centre , Peel Street LS27 8QE | - not rated | 2,783 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Luminate Education Group Park Lane , LS3 1AA | - not rated | 4,601 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane College, Leeds Park Lane , LS3 1AA | - not rated | 4,664 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Mathematics School 105 Albion Street , LS1 5AS | - not rated | 4,770 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Stephen Longfellow Academy Global Avenue , Phoenix House LS11 8PG | 3out of 4 | 383 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Square School Cardinal Square , LS11 8HS | - not rated | 393 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Eden Park Academy Barkly Road , LS11 7EN | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Horizons Leeds Ltd Unit 7, Landmark Court , Beeston LS11 8JT | - not rated | 1,975 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elland Academy Gelderd Road , 118 LS12 6DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,073 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISS At Barclays | Millshaw Court, Global Avenue | 186 yd | |
| 14 Forty | Capita Business Services Ltd, O2 Building | 356 yd | |
| Oliver's At The Hub | Arlington Business Centre, Millshaw Park Lane | 356 yd | |
| Elior In Alliance Healthcare | Unit 10 Millshaw Park Avenue, Beeston | 503 yd | |
| Spudulike By James Martin | Unit RU8, White Rose Shopping Centre | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Tommy Wass Ltd | Tommy Wass Hotel, 450 Dewsbury Road | 776 yd | |
| Holbeck Bowling Club | St Anthonys Road, Beeston | 877 yd | |
| The Whistle Stop | Town Street, Beeston | 1,045 yd | |
| New Inn | 18 Elland Road, Churwell | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Mommas Waffles Ltd | White Rose Shopping Centre, Dewsbury Road | 591 yd | |
| Franksters | Unit RU3 White Rose Shopping Centre, Dewsbury Road | 591 yd | |
| Subway (White Rose Shopping Centre) | Units K6 And K7 White Rose Shopping Centre, Dewsbury Road | 591 yd | |
| Indian Fusion | 675A Dewsbury Road, Hunslet | 638 yd | |
| Oodles Leeds | Unit RU5, White Rose Shopping Centre | 681 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Dewsbury Road, Morley | 591 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit H1 White Rose Shopping Centre, Dewsbury Road | 591 yd | |
| Asda (Beeston) | Old Lane, Beeston | 679 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Stephen Longfellow Academy PHOENIX HOUSE PHOENIX HOUSE GLOBAL AVENUE | 390 yd | |
| Cardinal Square Recreation Ground CARDINAL SQUARE | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| Libra Gym (Closed) Cardinal Road | health and fitness suite | 440 yd |
| Millshaw Recreation Ground UNIT 8 UNIT 8 MILLSHAW PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 578 yd |
| Sulzer Pumps Uk Ltd (Closed) Manor Mill Lane | 795 yd | |
| Kings Field UNIT 8 UNIT 8 MOORHOUSE AVENUE | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Hunslet Nelson Cricket Club SPORTS GROUND AND PREMISES SPORTS GROUND AND PREMISES GIPSY LANE | grass pitches | 947 yd |
| Cockburn School GIPSY LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,028 yd |
| Cottingley Recreation Ground 12C 12C COTTINGLEY DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| Beeston Primary School TOWN STREET | grass pitches | 1,063 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 77.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.