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Garforth West

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About

Garforth West is a residential area located in the eastern part of Leeds, bordered by the A1(M) motorway to the west and the town of Garforth to the east. The area consists primarily of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Local amenities include a few convenience stores, takeaways, and a primary school, catering to the needs of residents. The nearby Garforth town centre offers additional shopping and dining options.

Transport links are a key feature of Garforth West, with easy access to the A1(M) and the M1 motorway, making it convenient for commuters. The area is served by several bus routes connecting it to Leeds city centre and surrounding neighborhoods. Green spaces are limited, but nearby parks like Ninelands Lane Recreation Ground provide outdoor leisure opportunities. The area is predominantly quiet, with a suburban feel, attracting families and professionals seeking a balance between accessibility and residential living.

Area overview

On average Garforth West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 64 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Garforth West is £42,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Garforth West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
64
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
10.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Garforth West Population
6,297
Population density
2,609.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,867
93.13%
Other White
101
1.6%
African
46
0.73%
Irish
43
0.68%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
37
0.59%
Total population: 6,300

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,059
37.93%
Owns with a mortgage
875
31.34%
Private landlord or letting agency
447
16.01%
Social rents from council
267
9.56%
Other social rented
72
2.58%
Total households: 2,792

Property prices in Garforth West

Based on 77 recent sales, the median property price is £252,500 in Garforth West area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £515,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Garforth West 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 Garforth West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£376,500
Flats7£148,000
Semi-Detached34£255,000
Terraced24£197,500

10 years median price trend in Garforth West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Garforth West.

Data Sources

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