Smalewell Gardens is in Pudsey and in Leeds district. LS28 8HS is located in the Pudsey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pudsey. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Smalewell Gardens, Pudsey, LS28 8HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS28 8HR, LS28 8HT, LS28 8DB, LS28 8HP, LS28 8HX, LS28 8HN, LS28 8BJ, LS28 8HL, LS28 8BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LS28 8HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 50.1% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 45.6% | 49.9% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 27.6% | 33% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 47.9% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.9% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 7% | -3.6% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.8%) 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 | 43.7% | 56.7% | 13.0% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 29.1% | -6.6% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 11.6% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 1.7% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 34.6% | 16.2% | -18.4% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 6.5% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.2% | 17% | 7.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 11.9% | 7.3% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 12.2% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 34.4% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.8% | 94% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 98.5% | 93.8% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 93.8% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.9% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Smalewell Gardens was 65.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.0% lower than the Pudsey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Smalewell Gardens has the 25th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Pudsey and the 1053rd lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Smalewell Hall Smalewell Gardens, Pudsey, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2021-05-14 | £559,282 |
| Smalewell Hall Smalewell Gardens, Pudsey, West Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2020-09-11 | £539,000 |
| 91 Smalewell Gardens, Pudsey, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2019-11-22 | £505,923 |
| Upper Smalewell Hall Smalewell Gardens, Pudsey, West Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2012-05-15 | £453,797 |
| 99 Smalewell Gardens, Pudsey, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2008-08-01 | £388,298 |
LS28 8HS 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 | 151 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pudsey Waterloo Primary Victoria Road , LS28 7SR | 2out of 4 | 567 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside Primary School Chapeltown , LS28 8NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Beckfield Tyersal Walk , Tyersal BD4 8ER | 1out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southroyd Primary and Nursery School Littlemoor Crescent , LS28 8AT | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pudsey Bolton Royd Primary School Moorland Grove , LS28 8EP | 3out of 4 | 1,496 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pudsey Grammar School Mount Pleasant Road , LS28 7ND | 3out of 4 | 1,644 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crawshaw Academy Robin Lane , LS28 9HU | 3out of 4 | 1,842 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Priesthorpe Priesthorpe Lane , Farsley LS28 5SG | 2out of 4 | 2,338 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laisterdyke Leadership Academy Thornbury Road , BD3 8HE | 2out of 4 | 2,382 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Bradford Thornbury Road , BD3 8DF | - not rated | 2,504 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New College Bradford Nelson Street , BD5 0DX | - not rated | 5,027 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Free Sixth Form Bowling Old Lane , BD5 7JR | - not rated | 5,347 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford Academy Teasdale Street , BD4 7QJ | 3out of 4 | 4,047 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulneck School Fulneck , Pudsey LS28 8DS | - not rated | 1,663 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre 4 Town Street , Stanningley LS28 6HL | 3out of 4 | 2,695 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Delius Barkerend Road , BD3 8QX | 3out of 4 | 3,270 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Secondary Byron Street , BD3 0AD | - not rated | 3,705 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Darul Uloom Dawatul Imaan Harry Street , Off Wakefield Road BD4 9PH | - not rated | 3,712 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coveys Kath | 109 Waterloo Road, Pudsey | 718 yd | |
| 7 Steps Bar And Eatery | 9 Chapeltown, Pudsey | 791 yd | |
| Butty Licious | 29 Chapeltown, Pudsey | 791 yd | |
| O'snacks | 2 Carlisle Road, Pudsey | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fox And Grapes | 124 Smalewell Road, Pudsey | 277 yd | |
| The Marsh Inn | 70 Uppermoor, Pudsey | 432 yd | |
| Pudsey St Lawrence Cricket Club | Tofts Road, Pudsey | 672 yd | |
| Kings Arms Public House | Greenside, Pudsey | 676 yd | |
| Commercial Hotel | 48 Chapeltown, Pudsey | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenside Fisheries | 22 Greenside, Pudsey | 676 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 19 Chapeltown, Pudsey | 791 yd | |
| Munchies | 27 Chapeltown, Pudsey | 791 yd | |
| Piccolos | 47 Chapeltown, Pudsey | 791 yd | |
| Pettys | 2 Owlcotes Road, Pudsey | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 15 - 17 Chapeltown, Pudsey | 791 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pudsey Bowling Club WINDMILL HILL | 393 yd | |
| Pudsey St Lawrence Cricket Club TOFTS ROAD | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Queens Park HENRY GROVE | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Greenside Primary School SOUTH PARADE | grass pitches | 908 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 | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.