Latchmere Close is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS16 5BZ is located in the Kirkstall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Latchmere Close, Leeds, LS16 5BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS16 5DQ, LS16 5BN, LS16 5BW, LS16 5DW, LS16 5DN, LS16 5BP, LS16 5BB, LS16 5DG, LS16 5DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS16 5BZ 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 | 49.6% | 50.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.4% | -1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.9% | 35.4% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 43.6% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 7.6% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 12% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.7% | 44.5% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 37.4% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 13.8% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 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 | 20.7% | 23.2% | 2.5% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.1% | 12.6% | 3.5% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 13% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.3% | 41.6% | -3.7% | 33.8% | 7.8% |
| Other | 7.2% | 1.7% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 11.2% | 16% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 13.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 75.2% | 72.7% | -2.5% | 81.4% | -8.7% |
| Arab | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 82.5% 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 | 83.7% | 82.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11.2% | 10.9% | -0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.6% | 82.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 11.1% | 9.2% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.9% | 0.9% | -4.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 4.9% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9% | 0.9% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Ireland | 3.7% | 0.6% | 3.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 34.8% | 46.2% | -11.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 18.4% | 6.5% | 11.9% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Latchmere Close was 154.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.5% higher than the Kirkstall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Latchmere Close has the 27th highest crime rate of 114 local areas in Kirkstall and the 643rd highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Latchmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-08-24 | £241,343 |
| 7 Latchmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2015-10-16 | £259,875 |
| 5 Latchmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2013-01-04 | £204,801 |
| 1 Latchmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2007-02-16 | £204,472 |
| 2 Latchmere Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £51,500 | 2000-07-17 | £226,600 |
LS16 5BZ 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Chad's Church of England Primary School Northolme Avenue , West Park LS16 5QR | 3out of 4 | 691 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Iveson Primary School Iveson Rise , Tinshill LS16 6LW | 3out of 4 | 791 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawksworth Wood Primary School Cragside Walk , LS5 3QE | 3out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy Otley Old Road , Cookridge LS16 6NF | 3out of 4 | 1,279 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weetwood Primary School Weetwood Lane , LS16 5NW | 3out of 4 | 1,802 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Grange Church of England Academy Butcher Hill , LS16 5EA | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawnswood School Ring Road , West Park LS16 5AG | 3out of 4 | 698 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Thoresby School Holtdale Approach , LS16 7RX | 3out of 4 | 2,447 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horsforth School Lee Lane East , Horsforth LS18 5RF | 3out of 4 | 2,674 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QE | 3out of 4 | 3,200 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College St Mark's Avenue , LS2 9BL | - not rated | 4,873 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carr Manor Community School, Specialist Sports College Carr Manor Road , LS17 5DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,816 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lighthouse School Leeds Arthington House , Hospital Lane LS16 6QB | 3out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond House School , Leeds LS16 5LG | - not rated | 1,422 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Beckett University City Campus , Calverley Street LS6 3QS | - not rated | 1,459 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands School Fox Hill Drive , Weetwood Lane LS16 5PF | - not rated | 1,827 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Froebelian School Clarence Road , Horsforth LS18 4LB | - not rated | 2,486 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heat | 293 - 295 Spen Lane, West Park | 288 yd | |
| Red Bean | Part Ground Floor Cafe, Gladstone House | 346 yd | |
| Roys Rolls | 193 Butcher Hill, West Park | 398 yd | |
| STEP - Supporting The Elderly People | Shannon House, Spen Lane | 603 yd | |
| Taste And Co | Unit B1, Wira Business Park | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dalesman | Butcher Hill, West Park | 482 yd | |
| The Bridge | Low Lane, Horsforth | 1,039 yd | |
| Lawnswood Red Triangle | Otley Old Road, Cookridge | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitos Pizza | 291 Spen Lane, West Park | 288 yd | |
| Cherry Tree | 201 Butcher Hill, West Park | 398 yd | |
| Midgleys | 204 Butcher Hill, West Park | 444 yd | |
| Lazeez & Topolo | 230 Iveson Drive, Lawnswood | 666 yd | |
| Lucky Red Chinese Takeaway | 459 Spen Lane, West Park | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group Food (Butcher Hill) | 206 Butcher Hill, West Park | 444 yd | |
| Co-operative (Spen Lane) | 433 Spen Lane, West Park | 565 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lawnswood School OTLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 521 yd |
| Butcher Hill Playing Fields BUTCHER HILL | grass pitches | 600 yd |
| Abbey Grange Church Of England Academy BUTCHER HILL | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| West Park Playing Fields QUEENSWOOD GREEN | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Iveson Primary School IVESON RISE | grass pitches | 866 yd |
| Village Gym (Leeds North) OTLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,003 yd |
| University Of Leeds (Sports Park Weetwood) WEETWOOD SPORTS PAVILION WEETWOOD SPORTS PAVILION RING ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| Ymca (Leeds) YOUTH CLUB YOUTH CLUB OTLEY OLD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,045 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.