Carlton Lane is in Guiseley, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS20 9NJ 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 Carlton Lane, Guiseley, Leeds, LS20 9NJ 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 area surrounding LS20 9NJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 50.9% | 49.5% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.5% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 9NJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 23.5% | 31.7% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.5% | 53.4% | -14.1% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 8.4% | 3.2% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 5.7% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 56.8% | 55.9% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 7.5% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 31.8% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 10.2% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 13.1% | 11% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 10.2% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12.1% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.4% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 14% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.5% | 42.4% | -0.1% | 33.8% | 8.6% |
| Other | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.1% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 97.3% | 97.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 97.6% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carlton Lane was 39.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.3% lower than the Guiseley & Rawdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carlton Lane has the 35th lowest crime rate of 109 local areas in Guiseley & Rawdon and the 564th lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norland Farm Carlton Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £832,500 | 2021-06-30 | £934,799 |
| Ivy Cottage Carlton Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £695,000 | 2017-11-24 | £1,000,280 |
| Greenlaw Carlton Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,500,000 | 2004-11-30 | £2,897,849 |
LS20 9NJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Education | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guiseley Primary School Oxford Road , Guiseley LS20 9DA | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Oswald's CofE Primary School The Green , Guiseley LS20 9BT | 3out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensway Primary School Coppice Wood Avenue , Yeadon LS19 7LF | 3out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tranmere Park Primary School Ridge Close , Guiseley LS20 8JJ | 4out of 4 | 2,085 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Crofters Lea , Off New Road LS19 7HW | 4out of 4 | 2,117 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,639 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy Bradford Road , Menston LS29 6AE | 4out of 4 | 1,790 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benton Park School Harrogate Road , Rawdon LS19 6LX | 3out of 4 | 3,303 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College Farnley Lane , LS21 2BB | 3out of 4 | 3,808 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel College Leeds Road , Idle BD10 9AQ | 3out of 4 | 5,206 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 | 1,546 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse Grove School Apperley Bridge , BD10 0NR | - not rated | 5,060 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Secre | 8 Town Gate, Guiseley | 811 yd | |
| Cena Bistro LTD | 2A Oxford Road, Guiseley | 934 yd | |
| Tuana | 10 The Green, Guiseley | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guiseley Factory WMC | 6 Town Street, Guiseley | 592 yd | |
| New Inn | 2 - 4 Town Gate, Guiseley | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eat Art Kitchen | 12 Town Gate, Guiseley | 811 yd | |
| Guiseley Rasoi | 2 Oxford Road, Guiseley | 934 yd | |
| Open Kitchen | 4 Oxford Road, Guiseley | 934 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Karisma Health Dance & Beauty Studio OXFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 817 yd |
| Shaw Lane Recreation Ground SHAW CLOSE | grass pitches | 969 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.