Birch Drive is in Kippax, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS25 7DX is located in the Kippax & Methley 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 Birch Drive, Kippax, Leeds, LS25 7DX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS25 7DU, LS25 7DN, LS25 7DY, LS25 7DZ, LS25 7DW, LS25 7DD, LS25 7DH, LS25 7DP, LS25 7EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS25 7DX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.9% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.1% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LS25 7DX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.5% | 51.2% | 16.7% | 37.9% | 13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 36.2% | -12.9% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 5.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 36.7% | 43.8% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 31.8% | -6.4% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 15.4% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.7% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 28.6% | 21.3% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 11.1% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 19% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 6.5% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 15.3% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 26.4% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 95.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.5% | 97% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birch Drive was 72.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.6% lower than the Kippax & Methley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birch Drive has the 29th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Kippax & Methley and the 1144th lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Birch Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,500 | 2015-10-30 | £174,507 |
| 11 Birch Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2012-05-28 | £222,094 |
| 39 Birch Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2006-06-02 | £234,518 |
| 35 Birch Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2005-02-28 | £87,738 |
| 39 Birch Drive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,500 | 2004-11-12 | £241,659 |
LS25 7DX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kippax North Primary School Brexdale Avenue , Kippax LS25 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 426 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kippax Greenfield Primary School Ebor Mount , Kippax LS25 7PA | 2out of 4 | 762 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kippax Ash Tree Primary School Gibson Lane , Kippax LS25 7JL | 3out of 4 | 1,230 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ninelands Primary School Ninelands Lane , Garforth LS25 1NT | 3out of 4 | 1,703 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Strawberry Fields Primary School Lidgett Lane , Garforth LS25 1LL | 3out of 4 | 1,936 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,647 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 2,253 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Ridge Bowling Club | Bowling Club Pavilion, Valley Ridge | 234 yd | |
| JJ's Corner Cafe | 149 Moorgate Road, Kippax | 261 yd | |
| Garforth Garden Centre | Selby Road, Garforth | 1,058 yd | |
| Sylhety Balti | 4 - 6 Leeds Road, Kippax | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Moorgate | Leeds Road, Kippax | 203 yd | |
| Kippax Ex Service And Social Club | Church Lane, Kippax | 1,025 yd | |
| White Swan | 15 Cross Hills, Kippax | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Chinese Takeaway | 153 Moorgate Road, Kippax | 279 yd | |
| China China | 2 Leeds Road, Kippax | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 155 - 157 Moorgate Road, Kippax | 279 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kippax Common ROSEWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 351 yd |
| Kippax North Primary School BREXDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Kippax Greenfield Primary School EBOR MOUNT | grass pitches | 712 yd |
| St Marys Church Hall CHURCH LANE | 1,079 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 | 23.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.