Alwoodley Lane is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS17 7PP 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 Alwoodley Lane, Leeds, LS17 7PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS17 7QG, LS17 7PN, LS17 7PQ, LS17 7QQ, LS17 7PW, LS17 7PA, LS17 7NH, LS17 7QN, LS17 7QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LS17 7PP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 49.3% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 52.3% | 50.7% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 7PP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.7% 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 | 21.7% | 19.1% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -18.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.9% | 69.7% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 25.5% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 52.3% | 60.7% | 8.4% | 48.4% | 12.3% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 25.4% | -8.4% | 33.6% | -8.2% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 10.5% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 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.
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 60.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15% | 11.3% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 10.4% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 8.8% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -8.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 50% | 60.4% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 26.6% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.7% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 11% | 15.5% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 12.4% |
| Pakistani | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 82.8% | 75% | -7.8% | 81.4% | -6.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
In this area, 84.1% 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 | 84.7% | 84.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.4% | 8.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.1% | 84.4% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 13.6% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.7% | 0.3% | -12.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Ireland | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 2% | 13.5% | -11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.3% | 37.2% | -18.9% |
| Christian | 28.8% | 46.2% | -17.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 8.5% | 1.7% | 6.8% |
| Jewish | 28.8% | 0.5% | 28.3% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Sikh | 8.5% | 0.9% | 7.6% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alwoodley Lane was 48.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.4% lower than the Adel & Wharfedale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alwoodley Lane has the 20th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Adel & Wharfedale and the 774th lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102 Alwoodley Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2022-10-10 | £640,396 |
| 108 Alwoodley Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2020-02-07 | £753,800 |
| Flat C 138 Alwoodley Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2016-05-31 | £168,636 |
| 140 Alwoodley Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2016-02-29 | £638,289 |
| 110 Alwoodley Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2015-06-26 | £974,699 |
LS17 7PP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LS17 7PP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Buckstone Crescent , Alwoodley LS17 5ES | - not rated | 1,327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brodetsky Primary School Henry Cohen Campus , Wentworth Avenue LS17 7TN | 3out of 4 | 1,419 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alwoodley Primary School Cranmer Rise , Alwoodley LS17 5HX | 4out of 4 | 1,472 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton CofE Primary School Lingfield Approach , Alwoodley LS17 7HL | 3out of 4 | 1,696 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Primley Wood Primary School Fir Tree Rise , Alwoodley LS17 7EZ | 2out of 4 | 2,011 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds Jewish Free School Henry Cohen Campus , Wentworth Avenue LS17 7TN | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton High School King Lane , LS17 7AG | 4out of 4 | 1,536 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QE | 3out of 4 | 2,930 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton Grange School Talbot Avenue , LS17 6SF | 2out of 4 | 3,496 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ralph Thoresby School Holtdale Approach , LS16 7RX | 3out of 4 | 3,785 yd | Foundation 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 | 3,422 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundhay School Gledhow Lane , Roundhay LS8 1ND | 4out of 4 | 4,984 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grammar School At Leeds Alwoodley Gates , Harrogate Road LS17 8GS | - not rated | 2,623 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penny Field School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QD | - not rated | 2,690 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Menorah School 399 Street Lane , LS17 6HQ | - not rated | 3,041 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands School Fox Hill Drive , Weetwood Lane LS16 5PF | - not rated | 3,198 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond House School , Leeds LS16 5LG | - not rated | 4,421 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marinellas | 139 The Avenue, Alwoodley | 155 yd | |
| The Green Sunflower | Alwoodley Community Association And Library, 60 The Avenue | 466 yd | |
| Cafe Espresso | 1 The Avenue, Alwoodley | 817 yd | |
| The Olive Branch | 4 The Avenue, Alwoodley | 819 yd | |
| Moor Catering Ltd | Sandmoor Golf Club, Alwoodley Lane | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alwoodley Community Centre | 60 The Avenue, Alwoodley | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenue Fish Bar | 147 The Avenue, Alwoodley | 155 yd | |
| Mr Takumi | 706A King Lane, Moortown | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 700 - 702 King Lane, Moortown | 957 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alwoodley Community Hall THE AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 468 yd |
| Moortown Rugby Club MOSS VALLEY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 696 yd |
| Alwoodley Pos BIRKDALE MOUNT | grass pitches | 930 yd |
| Sand Moor Golf Club ALWOODLEY LANE | golf | 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 251.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.