The Paddock is in Thorner, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS14 3JB is located in the Harewood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Elmet and Rothwell. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Paddock, Thorner, Leeds, LS14 3JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS14 3BX, LS14 3BT, LS14 3DA, LS14 3DH, LS14 3BZ, LS14 3DZ, LS14 3LA, LS14 3BU, LS14 3JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS14 3JB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.4% | 50.2% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 44.6% | 49.8% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 25% | 30.7% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 50.8% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 8.6% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 7% | -0.1% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 61.6% | 55.4% | -6.2% | 48.4% | 7.0% |
| Good health | 26% | 32.2% | 6.2% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 10.4% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 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.
In the area around LS14 3JB this area, 6.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 60.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 6.9% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.9% | 9.3% | 1.4% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 3.6% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13.3% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 59.6% | 60.9% | 1.3% | 33.8% | 27.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.2% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 93.4% | 94.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 94.5% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Jewish | 3.5% | 0.5% | 3.0% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Paddock was 35.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.4% lower than the Harewood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Paddock has the 52nd highest crime rate of 113 local areas in Harewood and the 510th lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 The Paddock, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2019-06-25 | £760,128 |
| 1 The Paddock, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2018-04-10 | £401,537 |
| 9 The Paddock, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2017-01-12 | £823,472 |
| 2 The Paddock, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £236,000 | 2014-12-04 | £402,544 |
| 3 The Paddock, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2008-10-03 | £364,310 |
LS14 3JB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LS14 3JB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LS14 3JB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorner Church of England Primary School Kirkhills , Thorner LS14 3JD | 3out of 4 | 752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fieldhead Carr Primary School Naburn Approach , LS14 2EG | 3out of 4 | 3,057 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shadwell Primary School Main Street , Shadwell LS17 8JF | 4out of 4 | 3,245 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whinmoor St Paul's Church of England Primary School Whinmoor Crescent , LS14 1EG | 2out of 4 | 3,449 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| White Laith Primary School Naburn Drive , LS14 2BL | 3out of 4 | 3,564 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Smeaton Academy Barwick Road , LS15 8TA | - not rated | 5,035 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Post Box Deli | 52A Main Street, Thorner | 153 yd | |
| Maisha Spice | Flat, Mexborough Arms | 282 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexborough Arms | 8 Main Street, Thorner | 217 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thorner Mexborough Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND AND PAVILION SANDHILLS CRICKET GROUND AND PAVILION SANDHILLS THORNER LANE | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Thorner C Of E Primary School KIRKHILLS | grass pitches | 681 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.