King Lane is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS17 5EH is located in the Alwoodley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds North East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about King Lane, Leeds, LS17 5EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS17 5HG, LS17 5HF, LS17 7AT, LS17 5HQ, LS17 7AS, LS17 7AR, LS17 5HN, LS17 5EP, LS17 7SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS17 5EH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 52.8% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 48.8% | 47.2% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LS17 5EH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.9% | 23.6% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 63.2% | 4.3% | 44.2% | 19.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.3% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 4.5% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 (86.4%) 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 | 56.9% | 63.5% | 6.6% | 48.4% | 15.1% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 22.9% | -8.2% | 33.6% | -10.7% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 10% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 LS17 5EH this area, 8.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 8.2% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 9.5% | 0.4% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 13.2% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 15.9% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.5% | 50.5% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 16.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 6.7% | 11.3% | 4.6% | 3.1% | 8.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 6% | 5.3% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 86.9% | 75.7% | -11.2% | 81.4% | -5.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 86.7% 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 | 89% | 86.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.7% | 7.6% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88% | 86.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 11% | 9.6% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.5% | 0% | -8.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 37.9% | 46.2% | -8.3% |
| Hindu | 7% | 1.7% | 5.3% |
| Jewish | 7.6% | 0.5% | 7.1% |
| Muslim | 9% | 6.5% | 2.5% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King Lane was 16.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.4% lower than the Adel & Wharfedale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
King Lane has the 8th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Adel & Wharfedale and the 176th lowest crime rate of 2,525 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 587 King Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2025-02-27 | £342,375 |
| 561 King Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £502,500 | 2021-12-03 | £586,805 |
| 557 King Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2021-08-27 | £491,006 |
| 571 King Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2019-08-09 | £538,138 |
| 593 King Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2018-07-26 | £336,312 |
LS17 5EH 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Other | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's RC First School King Lane , LS17 7AW | - not rated | 293 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School Buckstone Crescent , Alwoodley LS17 5ES | - not rated | 385 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Buckstone Crescent , Alwoodley LS17 5ES | 3out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alwoodley First School Cranmer Rise , LS17 5HX | - not rated | 563 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alwoodley Primary School Cranmer Rise , Alwoodley LS17 5HX | 3out of 4 | 563 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bramhope Middle School Tredgold Crescent , LS16 9BR | - not rated | 5,183 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allerton High School King Lane , LS17 7AG | - not rated | 813 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton High School King Lane , LS17 7AG | 4out of 4 | 813 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Jewish Free School Henry Cohen Campus , Wentworth Avenue LS17 7TN | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morris Silman School Primley Park Road , LS17 7HR | - not rated | 1,449 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Heenan RC School Tonge Lane , LS6 4QE | - not rated | 1,870 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archbishop Cranmer CofE Middle School Lingfield Approach , LS17 7HL | - not rated | 1,087 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Middle School Lingfield Drive , LS17 7HB | - not rated | 1,690 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Middle School Wood Lane , LS7 3QF | - not rated | 3,065 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton Grange Middle School Talbot Avenue , LS17 6SF | - not rated | 3,094 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holt Park Middle School Farrar Lane , LS16 7NQ | - not rated | 3,254 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,301 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 Carr Manor Road , LS17 5DJ | - not rated | 2,457 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundhay School Gledhow Lane , Roundhay LS8 1ND | 4out of 4 | 4,451 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penny Field School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QD | 3out of 4 | 1,657 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QD | - not rated | 1,718 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penny Field School Tongue Lane , LS6 4QD | - not rated | 2,015 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Penny Field School Tongue Lane , LS6 4QD | - not rated | 2,015 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands School Fox Hill Drive , Weetwood Lane LS16 5PF | - not rated | 2,139 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little People St Paul's | St Pauls Presbytery, Buckstone Crescent | 313 yd | |
| The Olive Branch | 4 The Avenue, Alwoodley | 349 yd | |
| Cafe Espresso | 1 The Avenue, Alwoodley | 388 yd | |
| The Green Sunflower | Alwoodley Community Association And Library, 60 The Avenue | 696 yd | |
| MAECare | 57 - 57A Cranmer Bank, Moortown | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alwoodley Community Centre | 60 The Avenue, Alwoodley | 769 yd | |
| Moortown Social Club | Cranmer Gardens, Moortown | 816 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Takumi | 706A King Lane, Moortown | 297 yd | |
| Pizza Marino Tandoori India | 63A Cranmer Bank, Moortown | 843 yd | |
| Cranmer Bank Chinese Take-Away | 47 Cranmer Bank, Moortown | 843 yd | |
| The Avenue Fish Bar | 147 The Avenue, Alwoodley | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 700 - 702 King Lane, Moortown | 289 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Pauls Rc Primary School BUCKSTONE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 378 yd |
| Alwoodley Cricket Club BUCKSTONE MOUNT | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| Moortown Rugby Club MOSS VALLEY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 548 yd |
| Alwoodley Primary School CRANMER RISE | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Alwoodley Pos BIRKDALE MOUNT | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| Old Leodiensians Association CRAG LANE | grass pitches | 671 yd |
| Alwoodley Community Hall THE AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 697 yd |
| Cranmer Bank Recreation Ground CRANMER GARDENS | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Allerton High School KING LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 739 yd |
| Adelbeck Secure Children'S Home EAST MOOR LANE | 813 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 | 234.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.