Latchmere Road is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS16 5DF 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 Road, Leeds, LS16 5DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS16 5DJ, LS16 5DZ, LS16 5DP, LS16 5DE, LS16 5DR, LS16 5DH, LS16 5DX, LS16 5DG, LS16 5DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS16 5DF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.8% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.2% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 LS16 5DF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% 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 | 40.7% | 48% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.6% | 31.8% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 11.2% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 5.4% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 43.5% | 44.2% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 31.7% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 14.3% | -4.5% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| 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.
In the area around LS16 5DF this area, 28.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.5% | 28.3% | -9.2% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 11.4% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 11.9% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.5% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 13.7% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 28.8% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.2% 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 | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 5.5% | 11.4% | 5.9% | 2.7% | 8.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 85.6% | 65.2% | -20.4% | 81.4% | -16.2% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 5.2% |
In this area, 79.8% 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 | 90% | 79.8% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -3.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 12.4% | 7.2% | 5.6% | 6.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 80.1% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 13.5% | 12.8% | 9.8% | 3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 4.1% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 20.6% | 6.5% | 14.1% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Latchmere Road was 287.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.7% higher than the Kirkstall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Latchmere Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 114 local areas in Kirkstall and the 203rd highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 214.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Latchmere Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-10-06 | £262,915 |
| 28 Latchmere Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-01-27 | £219,207 |
| 2 Latchmere Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2019-12-18 | £245,900 |
| 28 Latchmere Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-01-29 | £218,054 |
| 11 Latchmere Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,950 | 2018-01-02 | £252,990 |
LS16 5DF 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iveson Primary School Iveson Rise , Tinshill LS16 6LW | 3out of 4 | 869 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's Church of England Primary School Northolme Avenue , West Park LS16 5QR | 3out of 4 | 914 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawksworth Wood Primary School Cragside Walk , LS5 3QE | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy Otley Old Road , Cookridge LS16 6NF | 3out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Horsforth Broadgate Lane , Horsforth LS18 5AB | 4out of 4 | 1,701 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 292 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawnswood School Ring Road , West Park LS16 5AG | 3out of 4 | 996 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horsforth School Lee Lane East , Horsforth LS18 5RF | 3out of 4 | 2,395 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Thoresby School Holtdale Approach , LS16 7RX | 3out of 4 | 2,482 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QE | 3out of 4 | 3,506 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 | 5,082 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 | 4,116 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 | 1,143 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Beckett University City Campus , Calverley Street LS6 3QS | - not rated | 1,587 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond House School , Leeds LS16 5LG | - not rated | 1,681 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands School Fox Hill Drive , Weetwood Lane LS16 5PF | - not rated | 2,131 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Froebelian School Clarence Road , Horsforth LS18 4LB | - not rated | 2,183 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 | 393 yd | |
| Taste And Co | Unit B1, Wira Business Park | 405 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Ring Road West Park, West Park | 405 yd | |
| McDonalds (West Park) | Ring Road West Park, West Park | 405 yd | |
| Roys Rolls | 193 Butcher Hill, West Park | 413 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dalesman | Butcher Hill, West Park | 271 yd | |
| The Bridge | Low Lane, Horsforth | 737 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitos Pizza | 291 Spen Lane, West Park | 393 yd | |
| Cherry Tree | 201 Butcher Hill, West Park | 413 yd | |
| Midgleys | 204 Butcher Hill, West Park | 437 yd | |
| Lazeez & Topolo | 230 Iveson Drive, Lawnswood | 807 yd | |
| Jade Unicorn | 25 - 26 Paradise Grove, Horsforth | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group Food (Butcher Hill) | 206 Butcher Hill, West Park | 437 yd | |
| Co-operative (Spen Lane) | 433 Spen Lane, West Park | 721 yd | |
| Co-op (Broadway) | Broadway, Kirkstall | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbey Grange Church Of England Academy BUTCHER HILL | grass pitches | 362 yd |
| Butcher Hill Playing Fields BUTCHER HILL | grass pitches | 376 yd |
| Lawnswood School OTLEY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 821 yd |
| West Park Playing Fields QUEENSWOOD GREEN | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Iveson Primary School IVESON RISE | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Cragside Recreation Ground CRAGSIDE WALK | grass pitches | 1,040 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 | 147 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.