Holtdale Croft is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS16 7SQ is located in the Adel & Wharfedale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds North West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holtdale Croft, Leeds, LS16 7SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS16 7RZ, LS16 7LG, LS16 7SF, LS16 7SX, LS16 7SG, LS16 7RT, LS16 7LN, LS16 7SH, LS16 7LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS16 7SQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 51.5% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 51.2% | 48.5% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 7SQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.9% 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 | 39.7% | 50.9% | 11.2% | 37.9% | 13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 27.4% | -13.6% | 44.2% | -16.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 11.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 43.2% | 41.9% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 32.7% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 15.8% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 7.4% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 27.5% | 22.2% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 12.6% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 13.9% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 16.5% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 26.5% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.5% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 82.2% | 80.5% | -1.7% | 81.4% | -0.9% |
| Arab | 5.6% | 2.2% | -3.4% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
In this area, 83.1% 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 | 82.2% | 83.1% | 0.9% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% | 5.6% | 4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.2% | 83.1% | 1.9% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 7.7% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 4.4% | 2.0% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 1.5% | -4.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 3.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.9% | 37.2% | 11.7% |
| Christian | 36.9% | 46.2% | -9.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 8.4% | 6.5% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holtdale Croft was 182.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 180.8% higher than the Weetwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holtdale Croft has the 10th highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Weetwood and the 502nd highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 129.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Holtdale Croft, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2023-09-05 | £90,516 |
| 6 Holtdale Croft, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2021-08-24 | £179,373 |
| 33 Holtdale Croft, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2020-10-16 | £174,469 |
| 39 Holtdale Croft, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2018-10-12 | £155,522 |
| 11 Holtdale Croft, Leeds, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2017-09-08 | £97,446 |
LS16 7SQ area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 10% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Unemployed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookridge Primary School Tinshill Drive , Cookridge LS16 7DH | 3out of 4 | 531 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cookridge Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Green Lane , LS16 7EZ | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ireland Wood Primary School Raynel Gardens , LS16 6BW | 3out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy Otley Old Road , Cookridge LS16 6NF | 3out of 4 | 1,705 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Iveson Primary School Iveson Rise , Tinshill LS16 6LW | 3out of 4 | 2,130 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ralph Thoresby School Holtdale Approach , LS16 7RX | 3out of 4 | 633 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horsforth School Lee Lane East , Horsforth LS18 5RF | 3out of 4 | 2,821 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Grange Church of England Academy Butcher Hill , LS16 5EA | 3out of 4 | 3,175 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawnswood School Ring Road , West Park LS16 5AG | 3out of 4 | 3,233 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton High School King Lane , LS17 7AG | 4out of 4 | 4,678 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 5,468 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 | 1,752 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Trinity University Brownberrie Lane , LS18 5HD | - not rated | 2,739 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands School Fox Hill Drive , Weetwood Lane LS16 5PF | - not rated | 3,411 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Froebelian School Clarence Road , Horsforth LS18 4LB | - not rated | 3,868 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond House School , Leeds LS16 5LG | - not rated | 3,992 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexanders Deli | 399 Otley Old Road, Cookridge | 400 yd | |
| Holt Park Leisure Cafe Bar | Holt Park Active, Holtdale Approach | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bannatyne Cookridge Hall | Cookridge Hall, Cookridge Lane | 353 yd | |
| Cookridge Cricket Club | Smithy Lane, Cookridge | 678 yd | |
| The High Farm | Farrar Lane, Adel | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda (Holt Park) | Holt Road, Adel | 686 yd | |
| Tesco | 97 Green Lane, Cookridge | 752 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cookridge Hall Golf Club COOKRIDGE LANE | golf | 353 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Cookridge Hall) COOKRIDGE LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 356 yd |
| Ralph Thoresby School Holtdale Approach | artificial grass pitch | 571 yd |
| Holt Park Leisure Centre (Closed) Holt Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 670 yd |
| Holt Park Active HOLT PARK ACTIVE HOLT PARK ACTIVE HOLTDALE APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 707 yd |
| Cookridge Cricket Club SMITHY LANE | grass pitches | 847 yd |
| Leeds Modernians COOKRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 910 yd |
| Tinshill Recreation Ground RAYNEL WAY | grass pitches | 930 yd |
| Ireland Wood Primary School RAYNEL GARDENS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,038 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 | 68.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.