Branch Close is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS12 4RS is located in the Farnley & Wortley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds West. This postcode has been in use since 1987-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Branch Close, Leeds, LS12 4RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS12 4QB, LS12 4RN, LS12 4TL, LS12 4TS, LS12 4RP, LS12 5PH, LS12 5PQ, LS12 4TR, LS12 4QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS12 4RS is primarily male, with 54.4% 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 | 45.2% | 45.6% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 54.8% | 54.4% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
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 4RS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.2% 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 | 39.2% | 50.2% | 11.0% | 37.9% | 12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.8% | 33.3% | -10.5% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 6.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 47.3% | 37.5% | -9.8% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 40.5% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 15.8% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 4.2% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 28.6% | 25.6% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.7% | 8.8% | -11.9% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 10.1% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 10.1% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 18.5% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 23.8% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.2% | 94.6% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 98.6% | 90.8% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 6.5% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 90.8% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Branch Close was 85.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.1% higher than the Morley North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Branch Close has the 48th highest crime rate of 122 local areas in Morley North and the 1219th highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 156.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Branch Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-11-20 | £219,897 |
| 2 Branch Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2002-01-18 | £275,120 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobden Primary School Cobden Road , Farnley LS12 5LA | 3out of 4 | 394 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lower Wortley Primary School Lower Wortley Road , LS12 4PX | 3out of 4 | 499 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawns Park Primary School Chapel Lane , Old Farnley LS12 5EX | 2out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whingate Primary School Whingate Road , LS12 3DS | 3out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ryecroft Academy Ryecroft Academy , Stonebridge Grove LS12 5AW | 2out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Farnley Academy Chapel Lane , Farnley LS12 5EU | 4out of 4 | 1,050 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Unity Academy Whingate Road , LS12 3DS | 2out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crawshaw Academy Robin Lane , LS28 9HU | 3out of 4 | 3,831 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn School Parkside , Gipsy Lane LS11 5TT | 3out of 4 | 4,398 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pudsey Grammar School Mount Pleasant Road , LS28 7ND | 3out of 4 | 4,520 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 3,437 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds City College Park Lane , LS3 1AA | - not rated | 3,899 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College St Mark's Avenue , LS2 9BL | - not rated | 4,998 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Elland Academy Gelderd Road , 118 LS12 6DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,736 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Stephen Longfellow Academy Global Avenue , Phoenix House LS11 8PG | - not rated | 3,105 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Horizons Leeds Ltd 2 Wyther Lane , Kirkstall LS5 3BT | - not rated | 3,669 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Health Education England The Grainger Suite , Dobson House NE3 3PF | - not rated | 3,757 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swarthmore Education Centre 2 - 7 Woodhouse Square , LS3 1AD | - not rated | 4,126 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Blanco | 285 Lower Wortley Road, Lower Wortley | 208 yd | |
| Rumbles House Cafe | 10 Whincover Drive, Farnley | 497 yd | |
| Dine Contract Catering | The Lettershop Group, Whitehall Road | 612 yd | |
| Betsys | 327A Whitehall Road, Lower Wortley | 840 yd | |
| Café 33A LTD | 33 Silver Royd Hill, Wortley | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| William IV | 301 Lower Wortley Road, Lower Wortley | 141 yd | |
| The Butterbowl | Butterbowl Drive, Farnley | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fawcett Fisheries | 321 Lower Wortley Road, Lower Wortley | 25 yd | |
| Debz Sandwich Bar | 2A Branch Road, Farnley | 50 yd | |
| My Ngan | 11 Branch Road, Farnley | 207 yd | |
| Si Si Pizza | 287 Lower Wortley Road, Lower Wortley | 208 yd | |
| Clarkies Traditional Fisheries | 195 - 197 Lower Wortley Road, Lower Wortley | 391 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Wortley Methodist Church BRANCH ROAD | 48 yd | |
| Lower Wortley Primary School LOWER WORTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 285 yd |
| Lower Wortley Community Centre LOWER WORTLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE LOWER WORTLEY COMMUNITY CENTRE LOWER WORTLEY ROAD | 412 yd | |
| Cobden Primary School Cobden Road | grass pitches | 496 yd |
| West Leeds Rufc BLUE HILL LANE | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Western Flatts Cliff Park GREEN HILL LANE | grass pitches | 586 yd |
| Wortley Fc Blue Hill Lane | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Swallow Hill Community College Grass Pitch (Closed) Swallow Crescent | grass pitches | 943 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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.