St Aidans Road is in Great Preston, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS26 8AZ 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 St Aidans Road, Great Preston, Leeds, LS26 8AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS26 8AY, LS26 8BG, LS26 8BQ, LS26 8BB, LS26 8BA, LS26 8BD, LS26 8BE, LS26 8AU, LS26 8AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS26 8AZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 51% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 26.1% | 32.6% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 50.7% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 9.8% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 36.1% | 39.9% | 3.8% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 35.2% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 16.6% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 7.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around LS26 8AZ this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32% | 30% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 10.6% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.7% | 15.7% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 18% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 17.1% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -16.7% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.3% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.2% | 94.4% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.3% | 96.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Aidans Road was 84.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.4% higher than the Garforth & Swillington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Aidans Road has the 28th highest crime rate of 94 local areas in Garforth & Swillington and the 1233rd highest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 St Aidans Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2023-10-20 | £207,063 |
| 30 St Aidans Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,995 | 2023-07-21 | £179,724 |
| 38 St Aidans Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2022-09-30 | £170,904 |
| 46 St Aidans Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2020-05-29 | £239,802 |
| 38 St Aidans Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-03-10 | £170,970 |
LS26 8AZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Preston VC CofE Primary School Preston Lane , Great Preston LS26 8AR | 3out of 4 | 690 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kippax Greenfield Primary School Ebor Mount , Kippax LS25 7PA | 2out of 4 | 1,648 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kippax Ash Tree Primary School Gibson Lane , Kippax LS25 7JL | 3out of 4 | 1,974 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kippax North Primary School Brexdale Avenue , Kippax LS25 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,063 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swillington Primary School Church Lane , Swillington LS26 8DX | 3out of 4 | 2,120 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Garforth Academy Lidgett Lane , Garforth LS25 1LJ | 4out of 4 | 2,924 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Inn (Great Preston) | Berry Lane, Great Preston | 196 yd | |
| Great Preston Snooker And Sports Club | Berry Lane, Great Preston | 196 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chickandos | 51 Station Road, Kippax | 599 yd | |
| Happy Kitchen | 80 Station Road, Kippax | 647 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Preston Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND AND PREMISES CRICKET GROUND AND PREMISES BERRY LANE | grass pitches | 213 yd |
| Great Preston Afc THE NEW INN THE NEW INN BERRY LANE | grass pitches | 245 yd |
| Great Preston C Of E Primary School PRESTON LANE | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Kippax Leisure Centre STATION ROAD | swimming pool | 721 yd |
| Brigshaw High School BRIGSHAW LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 906 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 | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.