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Hunslet & Riverside

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About

Hunslet & Riverside is a ward in south Leeds, centred on the old industrial district of Hunslet and stretching to the River Aire. The area is characterised by a mix of industrial estates, modern logistics hubs, and residential streets, reflecting its historical role in the city's manufacturing and engineering past. The landscape is largely urban, with major transport routes like the M621 motorway running through it.

A key feature is the Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills, located just outside the ward's northern boundary, which speaks to the area's heritage. Within the ward itself, the Leeds Dock development on the south bank of the river has introduced contemporary apartment buildings and office spaces. The Clarence Dock area, with its moorings and waterfront paths, provides a distinct contrast to the inland industrial zones.

Area overview

On average Hunslet & Riverside has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 581 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hunslet & Riverside is £48,043 per year. There are 14 schools in Hunslet & Riverside: 10 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good). Hunslet & Riverside is home to around 26,474 people, with a population density of about 2,987.9 per km2.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
581
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
25%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hunslet & Riverside Population
26,474
Population density
2,987.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
240.8(+454%)
Shoplifting
120(+1290%)
Public order
68.94(+669%)
Other theft
67.16(+910%)
Anti-social behaviour
61.65(+348%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
12,008
45.36%
African
3,183
12.02%
Other White
2,489
9.4%
Pakistani
2,371
8.96%
Bangladeshi
1,295
4.89%
Total population: 26,472

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
8,591
40.44%
No qualifications
4,528
21.31%
Level 3 (A level)
2,702
12.72%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
2,028
9.55%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,906
8.97%
Total 16+ residents: 21,245

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
5,659
47.69%
Owns with a mortgage
1,812
15.27%
Social rents from council
1,800
15.17%
Owns outright
1,245
10.49%
Other social rented
997
8.4%
Total households: 11,865

Property prices in Hunslet & Riverside

Based on 170 recent sales, the median property price is £155,500 in Hunslet & Riverside area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,107 up to £450,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hunslet & Riverside 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 Hunslet & Riverside over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£315,000
Flats89£190,000
Semi-Detached6£203,500
Terraced74£135,000

10 years median price trend in Hunslet & Riverside

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hunslet & Riverside.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.