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About

Weetwood ward is situated in the north of Leeds, bordered by areas such as Headingley and Meanwood. The ward is primarily residential, containing a mix of housing types from Victorian terraces to modern developments. It is home to a significant student population due to its proximity to the University of Leeds campus, which influences the local amenities and character. The area includes several local parks and green spaces, such as Weetwood Playing Fields.

A notable landmark within the ward is the Weetwood Hall estate, a historic building now part of the university. The area is served by local shops and services along Otley Road, a major thoroughfare. Transport links include regular bus services connecting the ward to Leeds city centre and surrounding suburbs. The residential streets are generally quieter, with a community that includes both long-term residents and temporary student occupants.

Area overview

On average Weetwood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 108 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Weetwood is £59,048 per year. There are 11 schools in Weetwood: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Weetwood is home to around 21,877 people, with a population density of about 3,211.5 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
108
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
19.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Weetwood Population
21,877
Population density
3,211.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
49.78(+14%)
Vehicle crime
12.3(+120%)
Public order
11.2(+25%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.24(+21%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.91(-35%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
16,352
74.75%
Other White
972
4.44%
Pakistani
642
2.93%
Indian
570
2.61%
Other Asian
526
2.4%
Total population: 21,876

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
9,046
49.65%
Level 3 (A level)
3,176
17.43%
No qualifications
2,190
12.02%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,710
9.39%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,104
6.06%
Total 16+ residents: 18,220

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
2,851
30.34%
Owns outright
2,832
30.13%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,976
21.03%
Social rents from council
1,224
13.02%
Other social rented
289
3.08%
Total households: 9,398

Property prices in Weetwood

Based on 281 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Weetwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £1,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Weetwood 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 Weetwood over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached36£457,500
Flats67£170,000
Semi-Detached127£315,000
Terraced51£279,995

10 years median price trend in Weetwood

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

All postcodes in Weetwood

LS165JF

Darnley Road

LS165NA

Glebe Terrace

LS165PB

Foxhill Avenue

LS166HN

Otley Old Road

LS166JR

Otley Old Road

LS167YD

Iveson Approach

LS64AD

Grovewood

LS64BP

Castle Grove Drive

LS64EP

Monk Bridge Road

LS64FE

Tetley Gate

LS165FB

West Close

LS166BS

Raynel Drive

LS166DG

Tinshill Lane

LS166DH

Bedford Gardens

LS166FN

Oak Park Green

LS166NZ

Iveson Gardens

LS166PU

Silk Mill Drive

LS63QF

St Chads Avenue

LS64BZ

Moor Park Villas

LS72SL

Meanwood Valley Drive

LS165LB

Drummond Road

LS166BB

New Adel Lane

LS166FE

Iveson Wood Rise

LS166LY

Luttrell Gardens

LS166PH

Woodnook Garth

LS166QP

Ashley Court

LS166SL

Haven Rise

LS63QU

Church Wood Avenue

LS165AN

Spen Road

LS165PG

Foxhill Drive

LS166LD

Laith Garth

LS166PJ

Woodnook Road

LS64AY

Meanwood Road

LS64DA

Albert Grove

LS64FF

Spinning Acres Lane

LS64HX

Gordon Terrace

LS64HY

Stonegate Road

LS165JL

St Chad's Road

LS165QQ

Ring Road Weetwood

LS166NF

Iveson Approach

LS166RF

Clayton Wood Rise

LS64BT

Moor Park Avenue

LS64DD

Cottage Road

LS72PA

Stainbeck Avenue

LS165BT

Spen Road

LS165JS

Hollin Mount

LS165JT

Otley Road

LS165NB

Hollin Lane

LS165PW

Weetwood Walk

LS165QX

St Chads Road

LS166FU

Oak Park Drive

LS166JS

Otley Old Road

LS166JY

Raynel Close

LS166PW

Silk Mill Close

LS166SD

Edale Way

LS166TR

Lime Grange

LS167AX

Tinshill Mount

LS169WA

Iveson Approach

LS64EL

Heddon Place

LS64FB

Gordon View

LS64JN

Meanwood Road

Data Sources

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