St James Mews is in Crossgates, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS15 8AP is located in the Cross Gates & Whinmoor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds East. This postcode has been in use since 2003-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about St James Mews, Crossgates, Leeds, LS15 8AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS15 8EY, LS15 8EX, LS15 8EZ, LS15 8JH, LS15 8BQ, LS15 8JW, LS15 8LQ, LS15 8JD, LS15 8JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS15 8AP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.4% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50% | 49.6% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 28% | 36.2% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 49.2% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 5.5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 39.8% | 44.7% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 41.1% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 12.2% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 2% | -3.7% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 22.2% | 15.3% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 6.6% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 15.8% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.2% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 34.2% | 5.7% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.5% | 95.2% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 93.9% | 92.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 93.5% | 92.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.4% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St James Mews was 93.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.9% lower than the Cross Gates & Whinmoor average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
St James Mews has the 44th highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Cross Gates & Whinmoor and the 1136th highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 St James Mews, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £279,750 | 2021-09-30 | £342,409 |
| 2 St James Mews, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, a newly built property | £150,000 | 2004-05-04 | £330,675 |
| 4 St James Mews, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £150,000 | 2004-05-04 | £325,904 |
| 1 St James Mews, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £195,000 | 2004-03-31 | £449,872 |
LS15 8AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manston St James Primary Academy Sandbed Lane , Crossgates LS15 8JH | 3out of 4 | 128 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manston Primary School Dennil Road , LS15 8SD | 3out of 4 | 340 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Theresa's Catholic Primary School Barwick Road , Crossgates LS15 8RQ | 3out of 4 | 543 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swarcliffe Primary School Swarcliffe Drive , LS14 5JW | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cross Gates Primary School Poole Crescent , LS15 7NB | 3out of 4 | 1,224 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 | 1,028 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds East Academy South Parkway , Seacroft LS14 6TY | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Moor High School Field End Grove , Selby Road LS15 0PT | 3out of 4 | 2,036 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Young Church of England Academy Bishops Way , Seacroft LS14 6NU | 1out of 4 | 2,392 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy Neville Road , LS9 0TT | - not rated | 3,186 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Learning Academy Neville Road , LS15 0NN | 3out of 4 | 3,117 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundhay School Gledhow Lane , Roundhay LS8 1ND | 4out of 4 | 5,359 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pivot Academy LS East Unit 12 Killingbeck Drive , York rd LS14 6UF | - not rated | 2,656 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Jamieson School Hollin Hill Drive , LS8 2PW | 3out of 4 | 3,734 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pendas Pizza | 77 Pendas Way, Manston | 409 yd | |
| Tastebuds | 69 Pendas Way, Manston | 435 yd | |
| SpiceZone Crossgates | 67 Pendas Way, Manston | 435 yd | |
| Nawaz The Indian | 51 - 53 Austhorpe Road, Cross Gates | 490 yd | |
| Zorbas Bar & Grill | 4 Austhorpe Road, Cross Gates | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barnbow | Austhorpe Road, Cross Gates | 377 yd | |
| Cross Gates And Dist Recreation Hall | Poplar Avenue, Cross Gates | 541 yd | |
| Merkur Cashino | Ground Floor, 12C - 12D Austhorpe Road | 586 yd | |
| New Travellers Rest | Cross Gates Lane, Cross Gates | 636 yd | |
| Mecca Bingo (Cross Gates) | Cross Gates Road, Cross Gates | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grill-O | 29 Austhorpe Road, Cross Gates | 490 yd | |
| Smash Official | 29 Austhorpe Road, Cross Gates | 490 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 54 Austhorpe Road, Cross Gates | 562 yd | |
| Livorno | 52 Austhorpe Road, Cross Gates | 562 yd | |
| Coes Fisheries | 124 Cross Gates Road, Cross Gates | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland (Crossgates) | 7 Crossgates Shopping Centre, Station Road | 668 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 36 - 37 Crossgates Shopping Centre, Station Road | 701 yd | |
| Farm Foods (York Road) | York Road, Leeds | 847 yd | |
| Aldi (Seacroft) | York Road, Leeds | 926 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manston Park MANSTON GARDENS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 255 yd |
| The Fitness Mill (Crossgates) AUSTHORPE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 586 yd |
| St Theresas Catholic Primary School BARWICK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 636 yd |
| Smeaton Approach Playing Fields Spur Drive | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Crossgates Cricket Club AUSTHORPE LANE | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| John Smeaton Academy BARWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 948 yd |
| York Road/South Parkway YORK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,013 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.