Abbotsway is in Garforth, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS25 1BL is located in the Garforth & Swillington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Elmet and Rothwell. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Abbotsway, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS25 1BH, LS25 1BY, LS25 1QJ, LS25 1BJ, LS25 1BN, LS25 1BQ, LS25 1BR, LS25 1LR, LS25 1LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS25 1BL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 53.6% | 52% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.2% | 28.6% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 48.6% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 12.5% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 10.2% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 37.9% | 44.3% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 31.8% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 17.4% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 5.6% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 26% | 20.2% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 15.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 10.5% | -8.0% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.6% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 18.3% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 26.8% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -7.0% |
| Other | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.4% | 93.4% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
In this area, 96.1% 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% | 96.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 96.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.7% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Abbotsway was 3.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.7% lower than the Garforth & Swillington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Abbotsway has the lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Garforth & Swillington and the lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Abbotsway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-12-11 | £277,173 |
| 2 Abbotsway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-09-04 | £234,312 |
| 17 Abbotsway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-06-28 | £323,394 |
| 9 Abbotsway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-10-27 | £236,385 |
| 10 Abbotsway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2020-06-17 | £279,968 |
LS25 1BL 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 LS25 1BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Fields Primary School Lidgett Lane , Garforth LS25 1LL | 3out of 4 | 318 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Station Fields , Garforth LS25 1PS | 4out of 4 | 1,305 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ninelands Primary School Ninelands Lane , Garforth LS25 1NT | 3out of 4 | 1,387 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kippax North Primary School Brexdale Avenue , Kippax LS25 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Primary Academy Ribblesdale Avenue , Garforth LS25 2JX | 4out of 4 | 2,154 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garforth Academy Lidgett Lane , Garforth LS25 1LJ | 4out of 4 | 444 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 3,976 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Smeaton Academy Barwick Road , LS15 8TA | - not rated | 4,290 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Moor High School Field End Grove , Selby Road LS15 0PT | 3out of 4 | 4,736 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baraka Express (Garforth Library) | Lidgett Lane, Garforth | 644 yd | |
| Cielo | Garforth Library And One Stop Shop, Lidgett Lane | 656 yd | |
| The Briggate | 37 Main Street, Garforth | 776 yd | |
| 450 Degrees | 11A Main Street, Garforth | 776 yd | |
| La Bella Vita | 17 Main Street, Garforth | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaping Goose | 41 Selby Road, Garforth | 207 yd | |
| Garforth Working Mens Club Committee | 55 Barleyhill Road, Garforth | 559 yd | |
| Miller And Carter | 1 Selby Road, Garforth | 854 yd | |
| The Bird In Hand | Springmead Drive, Garforth | 867 yd | |
| Jigger And Jar | D And C Events Ltd, 40 Main Street | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of China | 54A Barleyhill Road, Garforth | 662 yd | |
| China Town | 13 Main Street, Garforth | 776 yd | |
| Good Food Store | 4B Main Street, Garforth | 831 yd | |
| Central Fisheries | 69 Main Street, Garforth | 935 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 42 Main Street, Garforth | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 1 - 5 Main Street, Garforth | 702 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Garforth Academy LIDGETT LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 295 yd |
| Barleyhill Park FARFIELD COURT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 724 yd |
| You Fit (Leeds) WAKEFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 744 yd |
| Garforth Cricket Club CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 922 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 | 64.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.