Claytons Close is in Methley, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS26 9ES 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 Claytons Close, Methley, Leeds, LS26 9ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS26 9EA, LS26 9EN, LS26 9EW, LS26 9ER, LS26 9EP, LS26 9BF, LS26 9EL, LS26 9EJ, LS26 9EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS26 9ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% 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 | 49.6% | 54.9% | 5.3% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 50.4% | 45.1% | -5.3% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 21.5% | 21.1% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 49.5% | -11.2% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 12.8% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 11% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 59% | 42.5% | -16.5% | 48.4% | -5.9% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 37.5% | 7.8% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 13.3% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 5.8% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 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.
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.6% | 15.1% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 9.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 16% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.6% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 23.6% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 32% | 22.6% | -9.4% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 6.6% | 2.9% | 2.8% | 3.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.4% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.8% | 95.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 95.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Claytons Close was 124.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.6% higher than the Kippax & Methley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Claytons Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Kippax & Methley and the 839th highest crime rate of 2,525 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Claytons Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £156,500 | 2021-12-16 | £189,697 |
| 2 Claytons Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2015-04-17 | £193,164 |
| 5 Claytons Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2014-08-29 | £181,563 |
| 5 Claytons Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,500 | 2003-07-18 | £221,492 |
| 4 Claytons Close, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2003-02-21 | £255,405 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Construction | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Nursery School Lake Lock Road , Stanley WF3 4HW | - not rated | 5,069 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methley Infant and Nursery School Little Church Lane , Methley LS26 9EF | - not rated | 636 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Methley Primary School Savile Road , Methley LS26 9HT | 3out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Methley Primary School Savile Road , Methley LS26 9HT | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Methley Junior School Pinfold Lane , Methley LS26 9AB | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Preston VC CofE Primary School Preston Lane , Great Preston LS26 8AR | 3out of 4 | 2,812 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Lane Ends Middle School Methley Road , Three Lane Ends WF10 1PN | - not rated | 3,562 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigshaw High School and Language College Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | - not rated | 3,093 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brigshaw High School Brigshaw Lane , Allerton Bywater WF10 2HR | 3out of 4 | 3,093 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royds School Pennington Lane , Oulton LS26 8EX | - not rated | 3,129 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oulton Academy Pennington Lane , Oulton LS26 8EX | 4out of 4 | 3,216 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange School Methley Rd , WF10 1PN | - not rated | 3,517 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastfield School Holmsley Lane , Woodlesford LS26 8RY | - not rated | 3,551 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kingsland Primary School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | 4out of 4 | 4,186 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley West Hall School Aberford Road , Stanley WF3 4BA | - not rated | 4,186 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Wakefield Parish Rooms , Snydale Road WF6 1HY | - not rated | 5,136 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivers Meet | 102 Leeds Road, Methley | 75 yd | |
| The Green House | Shann Hall, Station Road | 205 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boundary House | 24 Church Side, Methley | 766 yd | |
| Methley Ex Services Club | Main Street, Methley | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Methley Cricket Club METHLEY CRICKET CLUB METHLEY CRICKET CLUB LITTLE CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Church Lane Playing Fields Church Lane | grass pitches | 852 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.