Borrough Avenue is in Leeds and in Leeds district. LS8 1LR is located in the Roundhay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leeds North East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Borrough Avenue, Leeds, LS8 1LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LS8 1PY, LS8 1LS, LS8 1QB, LS8 1QX, LS8 1LP, LS8 1RJ, LS8 1PZ, LS8 1QD, LS8 1LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS8 1LR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 51.2% | 53.6% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 48.8% | 46.4% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LS8 1LR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% 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 | 34.1% | 44.4% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 30.8% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.4% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 19.8% | 14% | -5.8% | 6.1% | 7.9% |
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 | 38.5% | 41.8% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 30% | 4.6% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 17.9% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 11.5% | 9.1% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 7.7% | 1.1% | -6.6% | 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 | 37.3% | 15.3% | -22.0% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 6.9% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 10.6% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 15.3% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 38.9% | 12.6% | 33.8% | 5.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 9.3% | 6.1% | 2.8% | 6.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 5.8% | 12.4% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 9.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 4.2% | 3.8% | -0.4% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 77.7% | 68% | -9.7% | 81.4% | -13.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 83.4% 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 | 85% | 83.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 0.2% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 5.8% | 3.4% | -2.4% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 6.4% | 2.2% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 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 | 82.3% | 83.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 0.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 13.2% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.8% | 1.1% | -4.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.6% | 1.1% | -8.5% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 14.8% | 6.5% | 8.3% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Borrough Avenue was 72.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.7% lower than the Roundhay average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Borrough Avenue has the 20th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Roundhay and the 1142nd lowest crime rate of 2,526 local areas in Leeds .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Borrough Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-12-15 | £397,405 |
| 4 Borrough Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £301,000 | 2021-09-24 | £368,419 |
| 12 Borrough Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,500 | 2021-04-23 | £330,577 |
| 6 Borrough Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2020-01-30 | £369,169 |
| 19 Borrough Avenue, Leeds, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2018-04-26 | £245,909 |
LS8 1LR 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gledhow Primary School Lidgett Lane , LS8 1PL | 2out of 4 | 527 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Allerton Hall Primary School Lidgett Lane , LS17 6QP | 2out of 4 | 609 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy 292 Harrogate Road , LS17 6SX | - not rated | 761 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Primary School East Moor Road , Roundhay LS8 1AF | 3out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Church of England Aided Primary School Wood Lane , LS7 3QF | 3out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allerton Grange School Talbot Avenue , LS17 6SF | 2out of 4 | 786 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QE | 3out of 4 | 2,435 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allerton High School King Lane , LS17 7AG | 4out of 4 | 2,596 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Jewish Free School Henry Cohen Campus , Wentworth Avenue LS17 7TN | 3out of 4 | 2,622 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds City Academy Bedford Field , Woodhouse Cliff LS6 2LG | 3out of 4 | 3,074 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College St Mark's Avenue , LS2 9BL | - not rated | 3,451 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds College of Building North Street , LS2 7QT | - not rated | 3,902 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds City College Park Lane , LS3 1AA | - not rated | 4,752 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roundhay School Gledhow Lane , Roundhay LS8 1ND | 4out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Manor Community School, Specialist Sports College Carr Manor Road , LS17 5DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,767 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Trinity Chapeltown Leopold Street , Chapeltown LS7 4AW | - not rated | 2,800 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds Menorah School 399 Street Lane , LS17 6HQ | - not rated | 1,049 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizon Community School Newton Hill House , Newton Hill Road LS7 4JE | - not rated | 1,346 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Beechtree Steiner Initiative 192a Chapeltown Road , Leeds LS7 4HZ | - not rated | 1,762 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeds Christian School of Excellence Reconciliation Centre , Avenue Hill LS8 4EX | - not rated | 2,042 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penny Field School Tongue Lane , Meanwood LS6 4QD | - not rated | 2,330 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidgett Lane Larder | 99 Lidgett Lane, Gledhow | 342 yd | |
| The Savvy Baker Cafe | 96 Lidgett Lane, Gledhow | 389 yd | |
| Rabbit Hole Coffee / Rabbit Hole Travelling Coffee Shop | 1 Stainburn Parade, Moor Allerton | 915 yd | |
| St Edmunds Church | Lidgett Park Road, Lidgett Park | 947 yd | |
| Capri At Roundhay | 112 Gledhow Valley Road, Gledhow | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brackenwood Community Association | High Wood, Brackenwood Drive | 287 yd | |
| Corner House Club | 266 Lidgett Lane, Lidgett Lane | 987 yd | |
| The Regent | 15 - 17 Regent Street, Chapel Allerton | 1,020 yd | |
| Further North Bar | 194 Harrogate Road, Moortown | 1,020 yd | |
| Chapel Allerton Club | 19 Town Street, Chapeltown | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chung Wa | 94 - 94A Lidgett Lane, Gledhow | 391 yd | |
| Ray's Fish And Chips | 221 Lidgett Lane, Gledhow | 488 yd | |
| Lidgett Pizzeria | 231 Lidgett Lane, Gledhow | 488 yd | |
| G-WU Restaurant And Bar | 300 Harrogate Road, Moortown | 891 yd | |
| Pizza House Company (Moortown) | 302 Harrogate Road, Moortown | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 296 Harrogate Road, Moortown | 891 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gledhow Primary School LIDGETT LANE | grass pitches | 363 yd |
| Bentcliffe Avenue Recreation Ground BENTCLIFFE AVENUE | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Allerton Grange High School (Closed) Talbot Avenue | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 785 yd |
| Leeds Police Sports Club POLICE SPORTS GROUND POLICE SPORTS GROUND GLEDHOW LANE | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Allerton Grange High School TALBOT AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 827 yd |
| Immaculate Heart Of Mary Catholic Primary School HARROGATE ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 855 yd |
| Chapel Allerton Methodist Church TOWN STREET | 1,071 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 146.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.