Oxford Avenue is in Guiseley, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS20 9BY is located in the Guiseley & Rawdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pudsey. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oxford Avenue, Guiseley, Leeds, LS20 9BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS20 9BX, LS20 9DB, LS20 9FG, LS20 9HS, LS20 9HG, LS20 9HT, LS20 9BZ, LS20 9FE, LS20 9HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS20 9BY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.3% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.7% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 LS20 9BY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66% 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 | 21.1% | 22.3% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.8% | 66% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 21.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.2% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 4.7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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%) 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 | 45.2% | 50.8% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 35.2% | -5.7% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 10.5% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 LS20 9BY this area, 8.7% 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 50.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 8.7% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 8.4% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 11.9% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 4.7% | -2.1% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 14.6% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 50.1% | 11.7% | 33.8% | 16.3% |
| Other | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 95.7% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 98.5% | 95.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 95.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oxford Avenue was 20.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.7% lower than the Guiseley & Rawdon average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Oxford Avenue has the 14th lowest crime rate of 109 local areas in Guiseley & Rawdon and the 210th lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 1.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Oxford Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £274,300 | 2025-08-15 | £278,923 |
| 31 Oxford Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £356,300 | 2024-06-13 | £392,038 |
| 59 Oxford Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,400 | 2022-05-06 | £343,766 |
| 7 Oxford Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-02-25 | £378,296 |
| 25 Oxford Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-01-06 | £396,739 |
LS20 9BY 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 LS20 9BY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 144 |
| Retired | 133 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guiseley Primary School Oxford Road , Guiseley LS20 9DA | 3out of 4 | 247 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Oswald's CofE Primary School The Green , Guiseley LS20 9BT | 3out of 4 | 779 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tranmere Park Primary School Ridge Close , Guiseley LS20 8JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensway Primary School Coppice Wood Avenue , Yeadon LS19 7LF | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeadon Westfield Infant School Westfield Grove , Yeadon LS19 7NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,886 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guiseley School Fieldhead Road , Guiseley LS20 8DT | 2out of 4 | 765 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | 4out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Park School Harrogate Road , Rawdon LS19 6LX | 3out of 4 | 3,279 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel College Leeds Road , Idle BD10 9AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,469 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College Farnley Lane , LS21 2BB | 3out of 4 | 4,528 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Meadows Academy Back Lane , LS20 8LS | - not rated | 592 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse Grove School Apperley Bridge , BD10 0NR | - not rated | 4,616 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cena Bistro LTD | 2A Oxford Road, Guiseley | 276 yd | |
| Blinok | Office 1, Station Road | 295 yd | |
| Boxfit | Boxxfit, Unit 1 | 301 yd | |
| Potting Shed | Oxford Road, Guiseley | 358 yd | |
| The Station | 70 Otley Road, Guiseley | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn | 2 - 4 Town Gate, Guiseley | 447 yd | |
| Guiseley Factory WMC | 6 Town Street, Guiseley | 497 yd | |
| Guiseley Cricket Club | Otley Road, Guiseley | 522 yd | |
| Hawkhill Tavern | 46 - 48 Park Road, Guiseley | 652 yd | |
| White Cross Hotel | Otley Road, Guiseley | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guiseley Rasoi | 2 Oxford Road, Guiseley | 275 yd | |
| Open Kitchen | 4 Oxford Road, Guiseley | 275 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 119 - 121 Otley Road, Guiseley | 387 yd | |
| Guiseley Pizza And Kebab | 50 Otley Road | 422 yd | |
| Springfield Fisheries | 3 Springfield Road, Guiseley | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks And Spencer | Unit 5 Guiseley Retail Park, Park Road | 625 yd | |
| Morrisons (Guiseley) | 89 Otley Road, Guiseley | 652 yd | |
| Co Op | 137A Otley Road, Guiseley | 820 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Bradford Road, Guiseley | 952 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Karisma Health Dance & Beauty Studio OXFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 355 yd |
| Guiseley Afc (Nethermoor Park) OTLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Guiseley Cricket Club GUISELEY CRICKET CLUB GUISELEY CRICKET CLUB OTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Aireborough Leisure Centre THE GREEN | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 607 yd |
| St. Oswalds C Of E Primary School THE GREEN | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Guiseley) 135A 135A OTLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 815 yd |
| Guiseley School FIELDHEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Shaw Lane Recreation Ground SHAW CLOSE | grass pitches | 894 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 | 65.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.