Harrogate Road is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS17 7RJ 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 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 7RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS17 7RJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.4% | 51.9% | 6.5% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 54.6% | 48.1% | -6.5% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 7RJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.6% 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 | 22.3% | 17.7% | -4.6% | 37.9% | -20.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.2% | 65.6% | 6.4% | 44.2% | 21.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 7.3% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 7.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 57.1% | 47.2% | -9.9% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 27.4% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 5% | 19.8% | 14.8% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.5% | 15.5% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 10.3% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 15.5% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.2% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 5.2% | -7.4% | 16.9% | -11.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.7% | 47.4% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 6.6% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 3.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.3% | 88.7% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 90.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 90.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 3.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 90.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.5% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 0.9% | -6.7% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Hindu | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Jewish | 3.8% | 0.5% | 3.3% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrogate Road was 350.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 501.7% higher than the Adel & Wharfedale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harrogate Road has the highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Adel & Wharfedale and the 147th highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 136.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -0.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Reservoir Cottages Harrogate Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-06-28 | £411,094 |
| The Farmhouse Owlett Hall Farm, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,350,000 | 2014-04-17 | £2,413,433 |
| 2 Reservoir Cottages Harrogate Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,135 | 2009-08-24 | £470,443 |
| The Barn Owlett Hall Farm Eccup Moor Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2008-01-31 | £204,476 |
| 4 Reservoir Cottages Harrogate Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,260 | 2002-03-04 | £362,792 |
LS17 7RJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LS17 7RJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 7RJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 39 |
| Full-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigton Moor Primary School Barfield Crescent , LS17 8RU | 4out of 4 | 2,494 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brodetsky Primary School Henry Cohen Campus , Wentworth Avenue LS17 7TN | 3out of 4 | 2,527 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Primary School Sandringham Green , LS17 8DJ | 4out of 4 | 2,796 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Primley Wood Primary School Fir Tree Rise , Alwoodley LS17 7EZ | 2out of 4 | 3,006 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton CofE Primary School Lingfield Approach , Alwoodley LS17 7HL | 3out of 4 | 3,158 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 2,602 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton High School King Lane , LS17 7AG | 4out of 4 | 3,172 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton Grange School Talbot Avenue , LS17 6SF | 2out of 4 | 4,090 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QE | 3out of 4 | 4,709 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 4,968 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,577 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateways School Harewood , LS17 9LE | - not rated | 3,467 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Menorah School 399 Street Lane , LS17 6HQ | - not rated | 3,768 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penny Field School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QD | - not rated | 4,433 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands School Fox Hill Drive , Weetwood Lane LS16 5PF | - not rated | 5,270 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herd Farm Residential And Activity Centre | Harrogate Road, Harewood | 29 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 | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 30.0% |
| Median download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.