Stanks Drive is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS14 5EA is located in the Cross Gates & Whinmoor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stanks Drive, Leeds, LS14 5EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS14 5NZ, LS14 5ET, LS14 5QR, LS14 5NX, LS14 5QT, LS14 5ES, LS14 5NU, LS14 5QQ, LS14 5AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS14 5EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58.6% | 50.6% | -8.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 41.4% | 49.4% | 8.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 LS14 5EA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% 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 | 41.8% | 45.5% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.9% | 34.6% | 4.7% | 44.2% | -9.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 18.4% | 11.5% | -6.9% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 8% | 3.2% | -4.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 46.6% | 52.2% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 32.9% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 10.2% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.8% | 17.6% | -22.2% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 6.6% | -10.8% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13.8% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 19.4% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.9% | 34.8% | 22.9% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 5.2% | 10.3% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 7.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 84.7% | 78.8% | -5.9% | 81.4% | -2.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 85.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 85.6% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.9% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 4.4% | 7.4% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 85.8% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.1% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stanks Drive was 110.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.5% lower than the Cross Gates & Whinmoor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stanks Drive has the 37th highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Cross Gates & Whinmoor and the 942nd highest crime rate of 2,525 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 310A Stanks Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2023-11-03 | £144,759 |
| 310 Stanks Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2022-07-22 | £140,917 |
| 308A Stanks Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2018-11-06 | £149,014 |
| 312A Stanks Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2015-12-18 | £173,212 |
| 344 Stanks Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2014-12-10 | £174,973 |
LS14 5EA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 140 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gregory's RC First School Stanks Gardens , LS14 5LS | - not rated | 393 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Stanks Gardens , Swarcliffe LS14 5LS | - not rated | 393 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grimes Dyke First School Stanks Drive , LS14 5BY | - not rated | 475 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grimes Dyke Primary School Stanks Drive , LS14 5BY | - not rated | 475 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swarcliffe Primary School Swarcliffe Drive , LS14 5JW | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gregory's RC School Stanks Gardens , LS14 5LS | - not rated | 431 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Smeaton Academy Barwick Road , LS15 8TA | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Smeaton Community High School Smeaton Approach , Barwick Road LS15 8TA | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Smeaton Academy Smeaton Approach , Barwick Road LS15 8TA | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Smeaton Community College Smeaton Approach , Barwick Road LS15 8TA | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swarcliffe Middle School Swarcliffe Drive , LS14 5JW | - not rated | 763 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Smeaton Middle School Smeaton Approach , Barwick Road LS15 8TA | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Manston CofE Middle School Sandbed Lane , LS15 8JH | - not rated | 1,404 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seacroft Park Middle School Dufton Approach , Seacroft LS14 6ED | - not rated | 2,038 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whinmoor Middle School White Laithe Approach , LS14 2EG | - not rated | 2,152 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Learning Academy Neville Road , LS15 0NN | 2out of 4 | 4,418 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundhay School Gledhow Lane , Roundhay LS8 1ND | 4out of 4 | 5,364 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds Pupil Referral Service Bramley Grange College , Skeltons Lane LS14 3DW | - not rated | 2,234 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Leeds Pupil Referral Unit East Leeds Curriculum Training Centre , Brooklands Avenue LS14 6SA | - not rated | 2,526 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmete Hall School Elmete Lane , LS8 2LJ | - not rated | 3,481 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Elmete Wood - BESD SILC (Behaviour, Emotional, Social Difficulties Specialist Learning Centre) Elmete Lane , LS8 2LJ | - not rated | 3,481 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundhay Lodge School Elmete Lane , LS8 2LJ | - not rated | 3,488 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cafe | Swarcliffe Working Mens Club, Swarcliffe Avenue | 484 yd | |
| LeanLife.Club | 19 Mill Green Place, Swarcliffe | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swarcliffe Working Mens Club | Swarcliffe Avenue, Seacroft | 484 yd | |
| Old Red Lion | York Road, Leeds | 913 yd | |
| Cock Beck Inn | Pendas Way, Manston | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mojo's Curry House And Pizza Bar | 40 Langbar Gardens, Swarcliffe | 218 yd | |
| Jackie Chan And Pizza Pan | Unit 4, Langbar Retail Centre | 325 yd | |
| Tung Ying Chinese Takeaway | 14 - 16 Swarcliffe Parade, Swarcliffe | 985 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grimes Dyke Primary School STANKS DRIVE | grass pitches | 479 yd |
| Scholes (Elmet) Primary School Station Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 841 yd |
| John Smeaton Playing Fields BARWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| John Smeaton Academy BARWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 989 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.