Glen Road is in Morley, Leeds and in Leeds district. LS27 9HL is located in the Morley South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Morley and Outwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glen Road, Morley, Leeds, LS27 9HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS27 9DU, LS27 9HF, LS27 9DT, LS27 9DR, LS27 9HE, LS27 9HJ, LS27 9HD, LS27 9AT, LS27 9AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LS27 9HL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 50.5% | 49.4% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.6% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 LS27 9HL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.5% 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 | 27.5% | 28.2% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 58.5% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 14.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 5.4% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 5.4% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 46.5% | 47.8% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 35.4% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 13.5% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 19.6% | 18.1% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 11.1% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 13.2% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.5% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 32.9% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 6.6% | 6.2% | -0.4% | 3.1% | 3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| White | 88.4% | 83.3% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 1.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 87.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 87.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 6.6% | 2.6% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 87.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.6% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 6.5% | 0.9% | 5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glen Road was 27.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.1% lower than the Morley South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glen Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Morley South and the 342nd lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 135 Glen Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2023-10-03 | £110,774 |
| 133A Glen Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-08-05 | £308,606 |
| 139 Glen Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2021-11-26 | £264,735 |
| 133A Glen Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-07-05 | £283,884 |
| 155 Glen Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2016-06-27 | £249,980 |
LS27 9HL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LS27 9HL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Hills Primary School Appleby Way , Morley LS27 8LA | 3out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fountain Primary School Fountain Street , Morley LS27 0AW | 2out of 4 | 1,273 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley Newlands Academy Wide Lane , Morley LS27 8PG | 4out of 4 | 1,346 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Morley Highcliffe Road , Morley LS27 9LX | 3out of 4 | 1,611 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley Victoria Primary School Victoria Road , Morley LS27 9NW | 4out of 4 | 1,789 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Morley Academy Fountain Street , Morley LS27 0PD | 4out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodkirk Academy Rein Road , Tingley WF3 1JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruntcliffe Academy Bruntcliffe Lane , Morley LS27 0LZ | 3out of 4 | 2,185 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockburn School Parkside , Gipsy Lane LS11 5TT | 3out of 4 | 3,558 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Batley High School Blenheim Drive , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 3,786 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elliott Hudson College The White Rose Office Park, Millshaw Park Lane , LS11 0LT | - not rated | 3,212 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batley Grammar School Carlinghow Hill , WF17 0AD | 3out of 4 | 4,010 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queenswood School Queen Street , Morley LS27 9EB | - not rated | 879 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Stephen Longfellow Academy Global Avenue , Phoenix House LS11 8PG | - not rated | 3,666 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reach Academy The Field Hill Centre , Batley Field Hill WF17 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 3,699 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Engage Academy Park Road , WF17 5LP | 3out of 4 | 3,892 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Street School Cambridge Street , WF17 5QW | - not rated | 4,367 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activ Zone CIC | Activ Zone, Sterling Works | 349 yd | |
| Gate Of India | Bridge Street, Morley | 378 yd | |
| Woodys Sandwich Shop | 66 Bridge Street, Morley | 416 yd | |
| Olive Catering | Hermes Limited, Capitol House | 481 yd | |
| Kasa Rosa | Town End, Fountain Street | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriers Arms | Glen Road, Morley | 351 yd | |
| Morley United Services Club Ltd | High Street, Morley | 656 yd | |
| Tipsy Cow | Town End Works, Wide Lane | 717 yd | |
| The Morley Dashers | High Street, Morley | 833 yd | |
| Commercial Inn | 62 Commercial Street, Morley | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tingley Bar Fisheries & Sandwich Shop | Tingley Bar, Bridge Street | 378 yd | |
| Pizza Bello | 3 Town End, Fountain Street | 760 yd | |
| Rodeos | 14 South Queen Street, Morley | 762 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 2 South Queen Street, Morley | 775 yd | |
| Trojan Pizza | 8 South Queen Street, Morley | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores | Chartists Way, Morley | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glen Road Playing Fields OWL RIDGE | grass pitches | 282 yd |
| Joe G'S Fitness Centre TOPCLIFFE MILL TOPCLIFFE MILL TOPCLIFFE LANE | health and fitness suite | 331 yd |
| Dean White'S Gym | 356 yd | |
| Hembrigg Recreation 3A 3A QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| Village Gym (Leeds South) CAPITOL BOULEVARD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 708 yd |
| Fusion Fitness CITY MILLS CITY MILLS PEEL STREET | health and fitness suite | 977 yd |
| Woodkirk Academy WOODKIRK ACADEMY WOODKIRK ACADEMY REIN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,077 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 | 49.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 105.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.