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About

Kippax West is a residential suburb situated in the eastern part of Leeds, primarily characterised by housing estates built in the mid-20th century. The area features a mix of semi-detached and detached homes, along with several local parks and green spaces that provide recreational areas for residents. Its layout is functional, centred around main roads that connect it to neighbouring communities and the larger city network. The local infrastructure supports day-to-day needs with essential shops and services.

The community is served by Kippax's main commercial strip on Station Road, which lies just outside the western boundary, offering more concentrated retail options. A notable local feature is the annual Kippax Gala, a community event held at the local park that includes traditional fairground attractions and activities. Public transport links, including bus services, facilitate travel into Leeds city centre and to nearby towns, supporting the area's role as a commuter settlement within the wider metropolitan area.

Area overview

On average Kippax West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Kippax West is £47,080 per year. There are 2 schools in Kippax West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Kippax West is home to around 7,078 people, with a population density of about 2,777.1 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
10.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kippax West Population
7,078
Population density
2,777.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
29.67(-32%)
Shoplifting
6.08(-30%)
Public order
5.37(-40%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.09(-63%)
Burglary
4.66(-9%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,798
96.07%
Other White
75
1.06%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
30
0.42%
Irish
27
0.38%
Indian
27
0.38%
Total population: 7,076

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,445
24.88%
Level 3 (A level)
1,115
19.2%
No qualifications
1,098
18.9%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
896
15.43%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
663
11.42%
Total 16+ residents: 5,808

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,191
38.77%
Owns outright
1,137
37.01%
Private landlord or letting agency
301
9.8%
Social rents from council
291
9.47%
Other social rented
90
2.93%
Total households: 3,072

Property prices in Kippax West

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £225,000 in Kippax West area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £575,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kippax 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 Kippax West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£359,000
Flats6£140,000
Semi-Detached46£230,000
Terraced17£180,000

10 years median price trend in Kippax West

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

All postcodes in Kippax West

LS257DW

Valley Road

LS257RB

Ashgrove Croft

LS257JZ

Tatefield Place

LS257NA

The Drive

LS257RA

Ashgrove Crescent

LS257RL

Woodlands Court

LS257RJ

Hall Park Rise

LS257JA

Westfield Lane

LS257JS

Cross Hills Drive

LS257LX

Green Square

LS257QB

Back Lane

LS257AJ

High Street

LS257QF

Hall Park Croft

LS257JF

Cambridge Grove

LS257EE

Green Lane

LS257JR

Well Lane

LS257PG

Moorgate Avenue

LS257AA

Ash Court

LS257AZ

Longdike Court

LS257ES

Roach Grange Avenue

LS257PR

Greenfield View

LS257DB

Valley Road

LS257FW

Chipesch Way

LS257LJ

Marchmont Crescent

LS257NQ

The Drive

LS257RQ

Lyndum Grove

LS257BN

Park Avenue

LS257EL

Leeds Road

LS257FF

Bluebell View

LS257HX

Epsom Road

LS257PQ

Leeds Road

LS257QJ

Hall Park Court

LS257AS

Bramhams Yard

LS257DG

Valley Ridge

LS257JG

Oxford Drive

LS257NS

Kempton Road

LS257DZ

Leeds Road

LS257ET

Moorgate Road

LS257HR

Goodwood Avenue

LS257JD

Oxford Drive

LS257NU

Windsor Close

LS257PU

Greenfield Garth

LS257NH

The Crescent

LS257HY

Aintree Close

LS257AD

Nursery Close

LS257AG

Westfield Cottages

LS257FU

Chipesch Way

LS257NE

South Ridge

LS257NG

The Mount

LS257SE

Apple Tree Mews

LS257JU

Butt Hill

LS257QT

Moorgate Drive

LS257EB

Brecks Lane

LS257PF

Moorgate Close

LS257FB

Church Lane North

LS257QL

Hall Park Meadows

LS257FX

Hanover Place

Data Sources

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