Ings Avenue is in Guiseley, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS20 9HW 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 Ings Avenue, Guiseley, Leeds, LS20 9HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS20 9HP, LS20 9HJ, LS20 9PD, LS20 9DN, LS20 9HL, LS20 9HN, LS20 8BZ, LS20 9HR, LS20 9PT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS20 9HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.4% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.6% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 9HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.6% 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 | 28.7% | 29.2% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 55.6% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 11.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 9.3% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 4.5% | -1.1% | 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 (87.6%) 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% | 58.3% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 9.9% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 29.3% | -6.6% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 9.2% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14% | 10.9% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 7.6% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 13.4% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 17.9% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 41.5% | 3.9% | 33.8% | 7.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.1% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| White | 97.5% | 97.2% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 96.7% | 95.6% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 55.7% | 46.2% | 9.5% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ings Avenue was 75.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.5% lower than the Guiseley & Rawdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ings Avenue has the 47th highest crime rate of 109 local areas in Guiseley & Rawdon and the 1173rd lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aysgarth Ings Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2024-02-29 | £546,410 |
| Avin Ings Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2021-09-17 | £275,880 |
| Whitton Dene Ings Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2021-08-03 | £369,359 |
| Wicklow Ings Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-03-25 | £259,384 |
| Rosemead Ings Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2015-11-13 | £310,993 |
LS20 9HW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 131 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 24 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Other | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guiseley Primary School Oxford Road , Guiseley LS20 9DA | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tranmere Park Primary School Ridge Close , Guiseley LS20 8JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Oswald's CofE Primary School The Green , Guiseley LS20 9BT | 3out of 4 | 1,498 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Menston Primary School St. Peters Way , Menston LS29 6NY | 3out of 4 | 1,803 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensway Primary School Coppice Wood Avenue , Yeadon LS19 7LF | 3out of 4 | 2,270 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | 4out of 4 | 471 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guiseley School Fieldhead Road , Guiseley LS20 8DT | 2out of 4 | 1,233 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Park School Harrogate Road , Rawdon LS19 6LX | 3out of 4 | 3,995 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College Farnley Lane , LS21 2BB | 3out of 4 | 4,289 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel College Leeds Road , Idle BD10 9AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,871 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 790 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse Grove School Apperley Bridge , BD10 0NR | - not rated | 5,217 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghyll Royd School and Pre-School Greystone Manor , Ilkley Road LS29 7HW | - not rated | 5,305 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Coffee Co. | Rise Church, Unit 1D | 148 yd | |
| The Choccy Pig Coffee Shop | Swincars, Chevin End Road | 408 yd | |
| Twenty 8 | Lower Ground Floor, The Wetherby Whaler | 475 yd | |
| Wetherby Whaler | Otley Road, Guiseley | 480 yd | |
| Boxfit | Boxxfit, Unit 1 | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ings | 45 Ings Lane, Guiseley | 187 yd | |
| White Cross Hotel | Otley Road, Guiseley | 526 yd | |
| Guiseley Cricket Club | Otley Road, Guiseley | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway (Guiseley) | 137A Otley Road, Guiseley | 526 yd | |
| Little Sweet And Sour | 20 Bradford Road, Guiseley | 678 yd | |
| Lucky House | 24 Bradford Road, Guiseley | 757 yd | |
| Slice | 26 Bradford Road, Guiseley | 757 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 119 - 121 Otley Road, Guiseley | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Bradford Road, Guiseley | 438 yd | |
| Co Op | 137A Otley Road, Guiseley | 526 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Guiseley Afc (Nethermoor Park) OTLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Guiseley) 135A 135A OTLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 529 yd |
| Guiseley Cricket Club GUISELEY CRICKET CLUB GUISELEY CRICKET CLUB OTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| St Mary'S Menston Catholic Voluntary Academy BRADFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 639 yd |
| Chevin Park Guiseley Drive | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Crompark Cricket Club LITTON COURT LITTON COURT JACKSON WALK | grass pitches | 799 yd |
| Karisma Health Dance & Beauty Studio OXFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,059 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.