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Leeds (LS20)
The LS20 postcode area is located in the Leeds postcode town region, within the county of West Yorkshire, and contains a total of 469 individual postcodes.
There are 6 electoral wards in the LS20 postcode area, including Ilkley, Leeds, Otley, Pudsey, Tadcaster, Wetherby which come under the local authority of the Leeds Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 32% of people in LS20 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of LS20 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
LS20 is a postcode district in the LS postcode area of West Yorkshire, England. It covers the towns of Tadcaster and Sherburn in Elmet, along with nearby villages and rural areas such as Appleton Roebuck, South Milford, Kirkby Wharfe and East Keswick.
The LS20 postcode only covers an approximate 7-mile radius, making it the smallest postcode in the LS area. East of the postcode district lies York, and to the west lies Leeds.
The Tadcaster postcode area is home to some beautiful countryside and heritage sites. It has panoramic views of the Yorkshire Wolds, along with several attractions, such as Castle Howard and the Yorkshire Air Museum.
The area is also popular for its period properties, many of which date back generations. In general, the LS20 postcode district is an attractive place to live because of its rural setting.
Tadcaster is a market town with a thriving culture and it is home to many independent businesses, such as antique and craft shops, pubs, restaurants, and a traditional tea room.
The area is well connected with a regular bus service into Leeds and York. There are regularly-scheduled train services from nearby Church Fenton Train Station and Sherburn in Elmet Train Station, both of which are within the LS20 postcode area.
The area boasts several well-respected schools, such as Tadcaster Grammar School, St Wilfred's Catholic High School, and Appleton Roebuck Primary School. There is a health centre in Tadcaster, and a GP surgery in Sherburn.
With its rural surroundings, excellent transport links, and a wealth of local amenities, it's no wonder the LS20 postcode district is a popular residential area.
Demographics
West Yorkshire
LS20 is located in the county of West Yorkshire, in England.
West Yorkshire has a total population of 2,299,700, making it the 4th largest county in the UK.
West Yorkshire has a total area of 783 square miles, and a population density of 1133 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | LS20 |
| Postal Town | Leeds |
| MSOA Name | Leeds 009 |
| LSOA Name | Leeds 009A |
| County | West Yorkshire |
| Region | West Yorkshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
LS20 Electoral Wards
The postal region of LS20, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 32% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.