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Garforth East

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Leeds / Garforth East

About

Garforth East is a residential area located in the eastern part of Leeds, bordering Kippax and Swillington. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It has good transport links, including the A1(M) motorway and Garforth railway station, providing easy access to Leeds city centre and beyond. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small retail outlets, catering to everyday needs.

The area is known for its quiet, family-friendly atmosphere, with green spaces like Ninelands Recreation Ground offering leisure opportunities. Garforth East has seen gradual development over the years, with new housing estates expanding the community. While it lacks a bustling high street, nearby Garforth town centre provides additional shopping and dining options. The area appeals to those seeking a balance between suburban living and convenient access to Leeds.

Area overview

On average Garforth East has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Garforth East is £52,300 per year. There are 2 schools in Garforth East: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
31
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
2.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Garforth East Population
7,266
Population density
2,859.5 per km²

Demographics

British
6,936
95.47%
Other White
86
1.18%
Irish
58
0.8%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
29
0.4%
White and Asian (mixed)
28
0.39%
Total population: 7,265

Housing

Owns outright
1,481
49.09%
Owns with a mortgage
1,181
39.14%
Private landlord or letting agency
188
6.23%
Other social rented
55
1.82%
Social rents from council
55
1.82%
Total households: 3,017

Property prices in Garforth East

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £261,000 in Garforth East area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,500 up to £640,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£425,000
Semi-Detached75£255,000
Terraced5£250,000

10 years price trend in Garforth East

All postcodes in Garforth East

LS252PA

Selby Road

LS252HA

Ninelands Lane

LS252BT

The Lea

LS251JU

Ashlea Close

LS251LD

Wharfedale Crescent

LS252BB

Green Lane

LS252JU

Cheviot Court

LS252LZ

Spofforth Walk

LS252QA

Middleham Drive

LS252QS

Ninelands Lane

LS251LB

Glendale Avenue

LS252AW

Fairburn Drive

LS252BP

Cliffe House Avenue

LS252DE

Farndale Court

LS252NH

Braemar Drive

LS252PD

Selby Road

LS252PL

Aberford Road

LS251HX

Meriden Avenue

LS251JY

Highfield Drive

LS252EX

The Crescent

LS252HL

Ash Terrace

LS252LP

Dover Street

LS252LR

Conisborough Lane

LS252ND

Muncaster Road

LS252QL

Helmsley Row

LS251HU

Holman Avenue

LS252FB

Harvest Close

LS252JT

Elder Garth

LS252LN

Edinburgh Place

LS252NN

Dunrobin Avenue

LS252AH

Selby Road

LS251JX

Ashlea Close

LS252JR

Rowan Place

LS252LB

The Green

LS252NS

Conisborough Lane

LS252LF

Bodiham Hill

LS252QJ

Ninelands Lane

LS251HS

Derwent Avenue

LS251HY

Glebelands Close

LS252AS

Eastwood Grove

LS252BN

Kirkby Avenue

LS252DB

Cotswold Drive

LS252JE

Fosse Way

LS252LY

Appleby Lane

LS252AB

Garforth East

LS252AX

Acaster Drive

LS252EN

James Close

LS252HZ

Ashbourne Crescent

LS252JW

Elder Garth
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.