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Kippax & Methley

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About

Kippax & Methley ward lies in the eastern part of Leeds, encompassing the former mining villages of Kippax and Methley alongside Allerton Bywater. The landscape is characterised by residential streets, local shopping parades, and significant green spaces that transition into open countryside. The area's industrial past is subtly evident in its community layout and the presence of reclaimed land now used for recreation.

A notable local feature is the Methley Railway Path, a greenway following a disused rail line that connects communities. The ward contains several parks and sports fields, with the River Aire forming part of its southern boundary. Kippax Centre provides a focal point for local services and community activities, serving the surrounding residential areas.

Area overview

On average Kippax & Methley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 62 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Kippax & Methley is £50,235 per year. There are 9 schools in Kippax & Methley: 8 primary (0 Outstanding and 7 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Kippax & Methley is home to around 22,557 people, with a population density of about 536.9 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
62
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
12.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kippax & Methley Population
22,557
Population density
536.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
33.69(-24%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.22(-35%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.69(-22%)
Public order
4.74(-46%)
Burglary
4.61(-10%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
21,470
95.17%
Other White
276
1.22%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
123
0.55%
African
118
0.52%
Irish
101
0.45%
Total population: 22,559

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
4,962
27.07%
No qualifications
3,543
19.33%
Level 3 (A level)
3,418
18.65%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
2,772
15.12%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,939
10.58%
Total 16+ residents: 18,329

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
3,841
40.02%
Owns outright
3,286
34.24%
Social rents from council
1,012
10.54%
Private landlord or letting agency
967
10.08%
Other social rented
237
2.47%
Total households: 9,598

Property prices in Kippax & Methley

Based on 352 recent sales, the median property price is £236,250 in Kippax & Methley area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £875,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kippax & Methley 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 Kippax & Methley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached101£360,000
Semi-Detached134£238,000
Terraced105£185,000
Flats12£142,500

10 years median price trend in Kippax & Methley

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Kippax & Methley.

All postcodes in Kippax & Methley

WF102DW

Manor Park Avenue

WF102EG

Westfield Grove

WF102HQ

Preston Lane

LS254AG

Great North Road

LS254AJ

New Row

LS254BH

Goodcombe Place

LS254BP

Aerial View

LS254FR

Quarry Avenue

LS254FW

Ramble Crescent

LS255LP

Claypit Lane

LS257BQ

Sandgate Terrace

LS257DY

Birch Road

LS257EU

Moorgate Road

LS257HG

Leeds Road

LS257JB

Westfield Gardens

LS257LB

Station Road

LS257NY

Pondfields Rise

LS257QE

Hall Park Orchards

LS269AG

Low Common

LS269AT

Lower Mickletown

LS269JT

St Margarets Road

LS269JZ

Ings View

WF102AZ

St Marys Court

WF102DJ

Vicars Terrace

WF102ER

Woodend

WF102ET

Leeds Road

LS255LU

New Road

LS257FX

Hanover Place

LS254EJ

Alness Avenue

LS257EG

Brecks Lane

LS257EQ

Leeds Road

LS257HE

Robinson Lane

LS257LS

Janesway

LS257LT

Leeds Road

LS257NP

Pembroke Rise

LS257NX

Pondfields Crest

LS257PD

Manor Garth Road

LS269BD

Pinders Green Fold

LS269EE

Church Side

WF102DF

Victoria Street

WF102EB

Highfield Place

LS254AB

Garden Village

LS254AY

St Helens Drive

LS254DQ

Sunnybank

LS254EG

Railway Mews

LS254EU

Daisy Bank Avenue

LS254FS

Quarry Row

LS255LW

Newfield Lane

LS257DD

Birch Grove

LS257HZ

Green Lane

LS257LL

Ramsden Street

LS257NZ

Thirsk Drive

LS257PJ

Sandall Close

LS269LG

Fennel Court

WF102DL

Main Street

WF102ES

Leeds Road

WF102FF

Church Street

LS254AE

Garden Village

LS254AH

Great North Road

WF102EH

Westfield Avenue

LS254BF

Great North Road

LS254BU

Pit Lane

LS257ED

Green Lane

LS257EX

Sandgate Drive

LS257HD

West View

LS257LA

Tatefield Grove

LS257LH

Helena Street

LS257RP

Woodlands View

LS257SB

Apple Tree Lane

LS269BS

Green Row

LS269DG

Watergate

LS269HW

Savile Road

WF102AE

Barnsdale Road

WF102AF

Blands Crescent

WF102EL

Highfield Grove

LS255LS

Claypit Lane

LS254BN

Selby Road

LS254DT

Honeysuckle Close

LS254ET

Daisy Bank Drive

LS257AW

Pease Fold

LS257DP

Green Avenue

LS257DU

Birch Drive

LS257EY

Sandgate Drive

LS257EZ

Keble Garth

LS257HT

Ascot Road

LS257ND

The Grove

LS257PZ

Sandgate Rise

LS269AF

Low Common

LS269JL

Fir Tree View

WF102DN

Manor Park Avenue

WF102DP

Leeds Road

WF102EW

Ninevah Lane

WF102FE

Watt Avenue

WF102GA

Gadwall Drive

WF102HH

The Meadows

WF102DZ

Kippax & Methley

LS254BQ

Selby Road

LS254DP

Hall Farm Park

LS254EL

Annat Place

LS254FL

Garden Village Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.