Plantation Gardens is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS17 8ST 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 Plantation Gardens, Leeds, LS17 8ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS17 8SP, LS17 8TJ, LS17 8SS, LS17 8TX, LS17 8SZ, LS17 8AP, LS17 8AX, LS17 8SR, LS17 8TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS17 8ST, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 50% | 53.8% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 50% | 46.2% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 8ST there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.4% 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 | 25.9% | 22.2% | -3.7% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.8% | 64.4% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 20.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 3.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -4.7% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 8.9% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 53.3% | 53.2% | -0.1% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 30% | 32.6% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 10.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 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 55.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.3% | 14.4% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 5.6% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.5% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 8.5% | -2.8% | 16.9% | -8.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.3% | 55.2% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 21.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 55.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 12.7% | 17.4% | 4.7% | 3.1% | 14.3% |
| Pakistani | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 7.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 73.9% | 55.5% | -18.4% | 81.4% | -25.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 6.4% | 5.8% | 1.6% | 4.8% |
In this area, 72.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 72.9% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -10.3% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.5% | 18% | 3.5% | 5.6% | 12.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.2% | 73.1% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 21.1% | 19.9% | 9.8% | 11.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.5% | 0.3% | -14.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 3.4% | 13.5% | -10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15.4% | 37.2% | -21.8% |
| Christian | 33.2% | 46.2% | -13.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 9.5% | 1.7% | 7.8% |
| Jewish | 12.3% | 0.5% | 11.8% |
| Muslim | 14.2% | 6.5% | 7.7% |
| Sikh | 10.2% | 0.9% | 9.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plantation Gardens was 26.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.8% lower than the Adel & Wharfedale average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Plantation Gardens has the 11th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Adel & Wharfedale and the 317th lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87 Plantation Gardens, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2025-03-03 | £591,585 |
| 81 Plantation Gardens, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £333,400 | 2024-08-16 | £351,255 |
| 79 Plantation Gardens, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-04-19 | £330,214 |
| 85 Plantation Gardens, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-05-30 | £394,390 |
| 91 Plantation Gardens, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-02-17 | £432,734 |
LS17 8ST area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 8ST 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LS17 8ST area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigton Moor Primary School Barfield Crescent , LS17 8RU | 4out of 4 | 918 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Primary School Sandringham Green , LS17 8DJ | 4out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Primary School East Moor Road , Roundhay LS8 1AF | 3out of 4 | 2,055 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shadwell Primary School Main Street , Shadwell LS17 8JF | 4out of 4 | 2,267 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moortown Primary School Shadwell Lane , LS17 6DR | 4out of 4 | 2,509 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allerton Grange School Talbot Avenue , LS17 6SF | 2out of 4 | 2,438 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Jewish Free School Henry Cohen Campus , Wentworth Avenue LS17 7TN | 3out of 4 | 2,913 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton High School King Lane , LS17 7AG | 4out of 4 | 3,508 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QE | 3out of 4 | 4,605 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Young Church of England Academy Bishops Way , Seacroft LS14 6NU | 1out of 4 | 4,909 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roundhay School Gledhow Lane , Roundhay LS8 1ND | 4out of 4 | 3,427 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Manor Community School, Specialist Sports College Carr Manor Road , LS17 5DJ | 3out of 4 | 4,367 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 | 1,387 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Menorah School 399 Street Lane , LS17 6HQ | - not rated | 2,480 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Jamieson School Hollin Hill Drive , LS8 2PW | 3out of 4 | 4,170 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penny Field School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QD | - not rated | 4,349 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizon Community School Newton Hill House , Newton Hill Road LS7 4JE | - not rated | 4,487 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucianos | 10 Slaid Hill Court, Alwoodley | 114 yd | |
| Brandon Golf Course | Holywell Lane, Shadwell | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dexter | Wigton Lane, Alwoodley | 264 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooplands (Slaid Hill) | 89 Wike Ridge Lane, Alwoodley | 106 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brandon Golf Club HOLYWELL LANE | golf | 990 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 | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.