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Farnley East

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About

Farnley East is a residential area located in the southwest of Leeds, bordered by Wortley to the north and Farnley to the west. The area consists mainly of suburban housing, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes built between the 1930s and 1960s. Local amenities include a few convenience stores, takeaways, and a primary school, catering to the needs of residents. Public transport links provide access to Leeds city centre, with regular bus services running along the main roads.

The area is surrounded by green spaces, including Farnley Park and the nearby Wortley Recreation Ground, offering outdoor leisure opportunities. Farnley East has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with few commercial developments. The nearby Ring Road provides easy connections to other parts of Leeds, making it a practical location for commuters. Housing in the area is generally affordable, attracting families and first-time buyers.

Area overview

On average Farnley East has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 192 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 43.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Farnley East is £28,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Farnley East: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
192
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
43.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Farnley East Population
6,471
Population density
4,942 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,961
76.65%
Other White
439
6.78%
African
270
4.17%
Pakistani
141
2.18%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
114
1.76%
Total population: 6,472

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,216
42.53%
Owns with a mortgage
562
19.66%
Private landlord or letting agency
495
17.31%
Owns outright
435
15.22%
Other social rented
61
2.13%
Total households: 2,859

Property prices in Farnley East

Based on 44 recent sales, the median property price is £165,500 in Farnley East area, with individual transactions ranging from £33,000 up to £395,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Farnley East in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Farnley East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£395,000
Flats2£40,250
Semi-Detached19£165,000
Terraced22£168,000

10 years median price trend in Farnley East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Farnley East.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.