Westway is in Garforth, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS25 1DB 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 Westway, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS25 1DA, LS25 1LF, LS25 1BZ, LS25 1LT, LS25 1BX, LS25 1DD, LS25 1LS, LS25 1DF, LS25 1DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS25 1DB, 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 Westway 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.
Westway 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Westway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £317,600 | 2024-10-11 | £332,607 |
| 60 Westway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-01-26 | £309,201 |
| 12 Westway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-09-22 | £287,753 |
| 30 Westway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-06-24 | £361,623 |
| 32 Westway, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-09-24 | £251,844 |
LS25 1DB 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 1DB 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 | 694 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Station Fields , Garforth LS25 1PS | 4out of 4 | 1,608 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ninelands Primary School Ninelands Lane , Garforth LS25 1NT | 3out of 4 | 1,773 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kippax North Primary School Brexdale Avenue , Kippax LS25 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swillington Primary School Church Lane , Swillington LS26 8DX | 3out of 4 | 2,537 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 | 820 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Smeaton Academy Barwick Road , LS15 8TA | - not rated | 4,047 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 4,107 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Moor High School Field End Grove , Selby Road LS15 0PT | 3out of 4 | 4,356 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds East Academy South Parkway , Seacroft LS14 6TY | 3out of 4 | 5,412 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 972 yd | |
| Cielo | Garforth Library And One Stop Shop, Lidgett Lane | 981 yd | |
| The Briggate | 37 Main Street, Garforth | 1,055 yd | |
| 450 Degrees | 11A Main Street, Garforth | 1,055 yd | |
| La Bella Vita | 17 Main Street, Garforth | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaping Goose | 41 Selby Road, Garforth | 239 yd | |
| Miller And Carter | 1 Selby Road, Garforth | 470 yd | |
| Garforth Working Mens Club Committee | 55 Barleyhill Road, Garforth | 650 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of China | 54A Barleyhill Road, Garforth | 915 yd | |
| China Town | 13 Main Street, Garforth | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 1 - 5 Main Street, Garforth | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| You Fit (Leeds) WAKEFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 439 yd |
| Garforth Academy LIDGETT LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 677 yd |
| Barleyhill Park FARFIELD COURT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 888 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.