Ely Street is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS12 2NJ is located in the Armley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ely Street, Leeds, LS12 2NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS12 2NW, LS12 2NH, LS12 2NN, LS12 2NL, LS12 2NP, LS12 2BH, LS12 2NQ, LS12 2NR, LS12 2AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS12 2NJ is primarily male, with 58.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 41.6% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -9.4% |
| Male | 53.2% | 58.4% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 9.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LS12 2NJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 64.6% | 60.3% | -4.3% | 37.9% | 22.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 15.6% | 12.8% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -31.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.6% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 11.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 12.8% | 9.0% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
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 | 39.7% | 39.8% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 33% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 17.3% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 7.9% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.5% | 24% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.7% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 7.8% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 8.4% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 13% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 31.2% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 9.1% | 3.9% | -5.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 3.8% | 8.4% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 5.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.1% | 82.1% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 0.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 72.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 72.3% | -13.5% | 83.2% | -10.9% |
| European Union | 8.6% | 19.9% | 11.3% | 6.1% | 13.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 5.8% | 2.5% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 71.5% | -13.8% | 83.2% | -11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 7.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.6% | 7.3% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 4.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 12.4% | 8.6% | 2.2% | 10.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 1% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.7% | 76.7% | -23.0% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 5.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% |
| Romania | 9% | 0.9% | 8.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.8% | 37.2% | 8.6% |
| Christian | 40.5% | 46.2% | -5.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 9.5% | 6.5% | 3.0% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ely Street was 434.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 107.8% higher than the Armley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ely Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 129 local areas in Armley and the 96th highest crime rate of 2,525 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 279.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Ely Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £69,500 | 2017-01-19 | £106,771 |
| 9 Ely Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £59,500 | 2013-03-21 | £111,369 |
| 4 Ely Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2007-08-21 | £114,185 |
| 3 Ely Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2007-01-26 | £153,570 |
| 3 Ely Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2005-10-28 | £101,990 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armley First School Armley Road , Armley LS12 2LY | - not rated | 167 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Armley Primary School Salisbury Terrace , LS12 2AY | - not rated | 191 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Armley Park Primary School Salisbury Terrace , Armley LS12 2AY | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family RC First School Parliament Road , Armley LS12 2LH | - not rated | 606 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Parliament Road , Armley LS12 2LH | 3out of 4 | 606 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swallow Hill Community College Whingate Road , Armley LS12 3DS | - not rated | 1,354 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swallow Hill Community College Whingate Road , Armley LS12 3DS | - not rated | 1,354 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Leeds Boys' High School Whingate , LS12 3QS | - not rated | 1,406 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| West Leeds Girls' High School Congress Mount , LS12 3DT | - not rated | 1,584 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| West Leeds High School Congress Mount , LS12 3DT | - not rated | 1,584 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armley Middle School Strawberry Lane , LS12 1SF | - not rated | 742 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkstall Middle School Argie Road , LS4 2QZ | - not rated | 1,038 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Middle School Hayfield Terrace , LS12 4LD | - not rated | 1,141 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Park Middle School Queen's Road , LS6 1NY | - not rated | 1,718 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryecroft Middle School Stonebridge Grove , Farnley LS12 5AW | - not rated | 2,561 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luminate Education Group Park Lane , LS3 1AA | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Lane College, Leeds Park Lane , LS3 1AA | - not rated | 1,997 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College St Mark's Avenue , LS2 9BL | - not rated | 2,727 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds College of Technology Cookridge Street , LS2 8BL | - not rated | 2,888 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Mathematics School 105 Albion Street , LS1 5AS | - not rated | 2,931 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixons Trinity Chapeltown Leopold Street , Chapeltown LS7 4AW | 4out of 4 | 4,068 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Manor Community School Carr Manor Road , LS17 5DJ | - not rated | 4,895 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armley Lodge School Rombald's Grove , LS12 2BB | - not rated | 270 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Armley Park Centre Rombalds Avenue , LS12 2BB | - not rated | 270 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The KS3 Pupil Referral Unit Burley Park Centre Cardigan Lane , Burley LS4 2LE | - not rated | 1,243 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Leeds Pupil Referral Unit West Leeds Curriculum Training Base , Conference Place LS12 3DS | - not rated | 1,364 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Armley Grange School Armley Grange Drive , Armley LS12 3QH | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Gelato | First Floor, Reprographic House | 110 yd | |
| The Grand Valley Bar And Kitchen | 212 Armley Road, Armley | 165 yd | |
| Mario & Naomi's Delicious Baguettes | 15 Branch Road, Armley | 292 yd | |
| SFC | 19A Branch Road, Armley | 294 yd | |
| Krimos BBQ | Ground Floor, 3 Stanningley Road | 300 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Armley Liberal Club Ltd | 1 Armley Lodge Road, Armley | 121 yd | |
| Malt Shovel Inn | 21 Crab Lane, Armley | 283 yd | |
| The Royal | 60 Town Street, Armley | 544 yd | |
| Control | 9 Cardigan Fields Leisure Park, Cardigan Fields Road | 579 yd | |
| Bridgewater Arms | 5 Cardigan Fields Leisure Park, Cardigan Fields Road | 579 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilys/Parma King | Reprographic House, Ledgard Way | 100 yd | |
| Sams Sarnies | 200 Armley Road, Armley | 166 yd | |
| Salt N Pepper | 1A Stanningley Road, Leeds | 236 yd | |
| Elforno Pizza | 17 - 19 Branch Road, Armley | 292 yd | |
| Legends LS12 | 14 Branch Road, Armley | 314 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl (Armley) | 49 - 59 Armley Road, Armley | 265 yd | |
| EU INTL Foods | 4 Branch Road, Armley | 294 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 2 Centre West, Stanningley Road | 300 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 25 Town Street, Armley | 446 yd | |
| Adams Fast Food Supplies | Burley Vale Works, Weaver Street | 667 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ley Lane Recreation Ground Ley Lane | grass pitches | 385 yd |
| Armley Squash Club (Closed) Eyres Avenue | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 449 yd |
| Armley Park STANNINGLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 459 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Leeds Kirkstall Road) CARDIGAN FIELDS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 519 yd |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School HALL LANE | artificial grass pitch | 577 yd |
| Armley Sports & Leisure Centre (Closed) Carr Crofts | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 677 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Leeds) REDCOTE LANE | artificial grass pitch, golf | 722 yd |
| Strawberry Lane Community Centre Strawberry Lane | 743 yd | |
| Xercise4Less (Leeds) KIRKSTALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 746 yd |
| Armley Leisure Centre CARR CROFTS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 773 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.