Skipton Lane is in Garforth, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS25 2QP is located in the Garforth & Swillington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Elmet and Rothwell. This postcode has been in use since 2018-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Skipton Lane, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 2QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS25 2QA, LS25 2QD, LS25 1NH, LS25 2JZ, LS25 1NT, LS25 1JA, LS25 2AR, LS25 1ND, LS25 2AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LS25 2QP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 49.3% | 49.8% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50.2% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 2QP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% 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 | 26.6% | 33.3% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 51.6% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 8.2% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 4.5% | -3.8% | 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 (88.4%) 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 | 55.6% | 53.2% | -2.4% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 35.2% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 9.7% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
In the area around LS25 2QP this area, 7.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 7.4% | -10.0% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 7.2% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 13% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.8% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 46.9% | 16.2% | 33.8% | 13.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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 | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.4% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 99% | 96% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 96.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Skipton Lane was 23.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.8% lower than the Garforth & Swillington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Skipton Lane has the 27th lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Garforth & Swillington and the 271st 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 risen by about 160.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Skipton Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £382,500 | 2021-02-19 | £470,165 |
| 5 Skipton Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £335,950 | 2019-04-18 | £464,300 |
| 11 Skipton Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £436,950 | 2019-03-29 | £597,756 |
| 6 Skipton Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £434,950 | 2019-03-29 | £595,020 |
| 7 Skipton Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, a newly built property | £389,950 | 2019-03-22 | £533,460 |
LS25 2QP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 201 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ninelands Primary School Ninelands Lane , Garforth LS25 1NT | 3out of 4 | 81 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Primary Academy Ribblesdale Avenue , Garforth LS25 2JX | 4out of 4 | 783 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Station Fields , Garforth LS25 1PS | 4out of 4 | 789 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Strawberry Fields Primary School Lidgett Lane , Garforth LS25 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Garforth Primary Academy Aberford Road , East Garforth LS25 2HF | 3out of 4 | 1,223 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 | 1,015 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 4,034 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Smeaton Academy Barwick Road , LS15 8TA | - not rated | 5,149 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshly Made Sandwich Bar And Cafe | 42 Aberford Road, Garforth | 885 yd | |
| Baraka Express (Garforth Library) | Lidgett Lane, Garforth | 896 yd | |
| Cielo | Garforth Library And One Stop Shop, Lidgett Lane | 897 yd | |
| Clip N Climb Garforth | Unit 2A1, East Side Retail Park | 933 yd | |
| Garforth Garden Centre | Selby Road, Garforth | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Podger | Ninelands Lane, Garforth | 322 yd | |
| The Bird In Hand | Springmead Drive, Garforth | 521 yd | |
| The Crusader | Selby Road, Garforth | 563 yd | |
| The Fly Line | Unit 7, East Side Retail Park | 931 yd | |
| Jigger And Jar | D And C Events Ltd, 40 Main Street | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltons Fish And Chips | 9 Long Meadow Gate, Garforth | 716 yd | |
| Good Food Store | 4B Main Street, Garforth | 970 yd | |
| China Town | 13 Main Street, Garforth | 981 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 42 Main Street, Garforth | 1,071 yd | |
| Garforth Canton Flavour | 68 Main Street, Garforth | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 11 Long Meadow Gate, Garforth | 716 yd | |
| Nisa Local | 1 - 5 Main Street, Garforth | 943 yd | |
| Lidl GB Ltd | Unit 1 East Side Retail Park, Aberford Road | 1,009 yd | |
| Tesco | Aberford Road, Garforth | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Garforth Leisure Centre NINELANDS LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 242 yd |
| Glebelands Rec OAKFIELD CLOSE | grass pitches | 248 yd |
| Garforth Parish Church Cricket Club GARFORTH PARISH CHURCH CRICKET CLUB GARFORTH PARISH CHURCH CRICKET CLUB GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 364 yd |
| Green Lane Primary Academy GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 670 yd |
| Garforth Cricket Club CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| St Benedict'S Catholic Primary School Garforth STATION FIELDS | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| Firth Fields Pos CAERNARVON AVENUE | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| East Garforth Recreation Ground UNIT 7 UNIT 7 ASH LANE | grass pitches | 1,043 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.