Arran Drive is in Garforth, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS25 2BU 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 Arran Drive, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 2BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS25 2DA, LS25 2BZ, LS25 2JU, LS25 2DB, LS25 2HU, LS25 2BT, LS25 2HT, LS25 2BR, LS25 2HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS25 2BU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 LS25 2BU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.4% 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 | 14.7% | 18.8% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -19.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.4% | 65.4% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 21.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6% | 5.8% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 9.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 47.3% | 45.2% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 39.4% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 9.9% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 21.5% | 18.5% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 10% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 15.4% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 10% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 15% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 26.2% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 5% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.7% | 100% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 98.4% | 97.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arran Drive was 18.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.9% lower than the Garforth & Swillington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Arran Drive has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Garforth & Swillington and the 186th lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Arran Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-09-23 | £300,984 |
| 16 Arran Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2020-11-27 | £343,432 |
| 10 Arran Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-06-01 | £223,988 |
| 11 Arran Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2019-07-19 | £506,936 |
| 3 Arran Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2018-10-05 | £438,670 |
LS25 2BU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LS25 2BU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ninelands Primary School Ninelands Lane , Garforth LS25 1NT | 3out of 4 | 664 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kippax North Primary School Brexdale Avenue , Kippax LS25 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 782 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Strawberry Fields Primary School Lidgett Lane , Garforth LS25 1LL | 3out of 4 | 848 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Station Fields , Garforth LS25 1PS | 4out of 4 | 1,280 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Primary Academy Ribblesdale Avenue , Garforth LS25 2JX | 4out of 4 | 1,299 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 | 609 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 3,424 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Smeaton Academy Barwick Road , LS15 8TA | - not rated | 5,244 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garforth Garden Centre | Selby Road, Garforth | 859 yd | |
| Baraka Express (Garforth Library) | Lidgett Lane, Garforth | 940 yd | |
| Cielo | Garforth Library And One Stop Shop, Lidgett Lane | 953 yd | |
| Valley Ridge Bowling Club | Bowling Club Pavilion, Valley Ridge | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crusader | Selby Road, Garforth | 258 yd | |
| The Bird In Hand | Springmead Drive, Garforth | 596 yd | |
| The Podger | Ninelands Lane, Garforth | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltons Fish And Chips | 9 Long Meadow Gate, Garforth | 181 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 11 Long Meadow Gate, Garforth | 181 yd | |
| Nisa Local | 1 - 5 Main Street, Garforth | 1,040 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kippax North Primary School BREXDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| Garforth Academy LIDGETT LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Glebelands Rec OAKFIELD CLOSE | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Garforth Leisure Centre NINELANDS LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 949 yd |
| Garforth Cricket Club CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 1,054 yd |
| Garforth Parish Church Cricket Club GARFORTH PARISH CHURCH CRICKET CLUB GARFORTH PARISH CHURCH CRICKET CLUB GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 1,083 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 | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 171.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.