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Leeds (LS6)
The LS6 postcode area is located in the Leeds postcode town region, within the county of West Yorkshire, and contains a total of 1298 individual postcodes.
There are 10 electoral wards in the LS6 postcode area, including Ilkley, Leeds, Otley, Pudsey, Tadcaster, Wetherby which come under the local authority of the Leeds Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in LS6 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 LS6 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
LS6 is a postcode in the Hyde Park area of Leeds, West Yorkshire in the UK. The postcode covers the University of Leeds, Leeds Trinity University, and Leeds Beckett University along with students living in the local area. It is a popular location for young professionals starting their career.
Hyde Park lies just north of Leeds city centre and south of Bramley, with other surrounding postcodes including LS16, LS17 and LS2. Cottages and traditional terraced houses from the 19th century are common in the area, alongside a range of contemporary student homes.
LS6 has a strong community spirit as well as highly regarded educational hubs like the University of Leeds and Leeds Beckett. This make the area a popular destination for students and young professionals moving to the city. Shopping and restaurants along both the Headingley Lane and Cardigan Road offer plenty of retail and dining opportunities.
The area also boasts a diverse nightlife, with pubs, bars, and venues for all sorts of music available. Live music is popular in the area, with The HiFi Club, The Wardrobe, and The Fox holding regular events and activities. The Hare & Hounds has been a popular spot for over a century, where locals play dice, poker, and pool.
Perhaps the most iconic landmark of Hyde Park is its Grade II listed cricket pavilion and grounds. Along with two other public parks, these green spaces provide a popular spot for students and locals to socialise, relax, play sport, birdwatch, and even take art classes.
LS6 is also home to one of the oldest Jewish congregations in England, at Hyde Park Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue, a Grade I listed building established in 1837.
For businesses, the postcode has plenty to offer too. Hyde Park Corner shopping centre is an indoor market and retail destination offering a wide range of shops, and there are plenty of tech companies located close by.
LS6 is a vibrant postcode that combines historic heritage with contemporary culture; creating a unique atmosphere you can't find in many other parts of the city.
Demographics
West Yorkshire
LS6 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 | LS6 |
| Postal Town | Leeds |
| MSOA Name | Leeds 110 |
| LSOA Name | Leeds 110G |
| County | West Yorkshire |
| Region | West Yorkshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
LS6 Electoral Wards
The postal region of LS6, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 24% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.