Map & location
Overview
LS7 4NB is located in Chapel Allerton, a thriving inner-north Leeds neighbourhood approximately 2 miles north of the city centre. The area centres on Harrogate Road and Stainbeck Lane, where an eclectic mix of independent coffee shops, delis, restaurants and boutique retailers gives the district a distinct village-like atmosphere within the city. The surrounding streets — including Gledhow Valley Road and the residential roads off Potternewton Lane — feature a variety of Victorian terraces, Edwardian semis and purpose-built apartments popular with young professionals, families and long-term residents alike.
The postcode falls within the Chapel Allerton ward of Leeds City Council and the Leeds North East parliamentary constituency. The area benefits from good bus connections into Leeds city centre and beyond, proximity to Potternewton Park and the wooded Gledhow Valley Woods, and a strong community identity supported by local events and markets. Chapel Allerton has become one of the most desirable places to live in Leeds, regularly cited for its community spirit and quality of local amenities.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £283,000, around 14% above the wider LS7 district average of £248,308 (HM Land Registry, 369 recent sales).
Getting here
LS7 4NB is well served by Leeds City Council bus routes running along Harrogate Road and Stainbeck Lane, providing frequent connections to Leeds city centre (approx. 15–20 minutes), Moortown, Roundhay and beyond. Several bus stops are within a short walk of the postcode. The area is also accessible by bicycle via quiet residential streets and the Gledhow Valley greenway, which links to the wider Leeds cycle network. By car, the postcode is easily reached from the A61 (Harrogate Road) and the inner ring road. Street parking is generally available on surrounding residential roads.
What it's famous for
Chapel Allerton is widely known across Leeds for its independent food and drink scene, centred on the stretch of Harrogate Road sometimes called the area's 'village high street'. It hosts the popular annual Chapel Allerton Festival, a long-running community arts and music event held in Potternewton Park each summer, which draws thousands of visitors. The neighbourhood gained further recognition as one of Leeds's most diverse and creative communities, and its Victorian and Edwardian streetscapes have featured in local heritage campaigns. Gledhow Valley Woods nearby is a Local Nature Reserve valued for woodland walks close to the urban heart of Leeds.
Services & facilities
Unitary authority providing housing, planning and local services
Public library on Harehills Lane serving the local community
Kerbside collections and local recycling centres run by Leeds CC
Counter services available locally on Harrogate Road
Local meeting space for community groups and events
Tourist attractions
Large green space and festival venue, home of Chapel Allerton Festival
~0.4 miLocal Nature Reserve with mature woodland and valley walks
~0.7 miCompact neighbourhood park with play area off Newton Road
~0.3 miIndependent cafés, bars, restaurants and boutique shops
~0.2 miQuiet tree-lined route popular with walkers and cyclists
~0.5 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
LS73QB · 0113 2401234
~250 mLS74LF · 0113 2953460
~300 mLS73DR · 0113 3954715
~600 mPharmacies
LS74NY · 01132 681163
~100 mLS74LA · 01132 622684
~350 mDentists
LS73PD
~100 mLS74LF
~300 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Chapel Allerton Primary School, is ~200 m away.
Community school
~200 mAcademy converter
~450 mOther independent school
~650 mAcademy converter
~1000 mAcademy sponsor led
~1.0 kmSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Cluster of owner-run food and drink businesses on Harrogate Road
Boutique shops, delis and specialist retailers serving Chapel Allerton
Converted Victorian properties housing professional and creative firms
Range of hair, beauty and wellbeing businesses along the high street
Gyms & leisure
Open parkland with sports pitches, play areas and event space
~0.4 miWoodland nature reserve ideal for walking and wildlife spotting
~0.7 miAnnual arts, music and community festival held in Potternewton Park
~0.4 miSeveral well-regarded independent and traditional pubs in the village centre
~0.2 miYoga, pilates and fitness studios catering to the active local community
~0.3 miService providers
FTTC and FTTP broadband infrastructure serving the area
Cable broadband available on selected streets in LS7
Electricity distribution network operator for West Yorkshire
Water and sewerage services provider for the Leeds area
Kerbside refuse and recycling collections
Residential & community
Characteristic back-to-back and through terraces on streets off Stainbeck Lane
Larger semi-detached properties popular with families near Newton Road
Modern flat conversions and new-build blocks attracting young professionals
Blend of owner-occupied, private-rented and social housing stock
Consistently popular with buyers and renters for community feel and amenities
Transport
Train & Tube
Burley Park Rail Station
Burley
Leeds Rail Station
Leeds City Centre
Headingley Rail Station
Headingley
Kirkstall Forge Rail Station
Hawksworth
Bus stops
Harrogate Road stops
Frequent services north to Moortown/Harrogate and south to Leeds city centre
Stainbeck Lane / Newton Road
Local bus connections linking Chapel Allerton to Roundhay and Chapeltown
Cycle hire
Gledhow Valley Greenway
Off-road cycling and walking route through the valley linking to wider Leeds network
On-road cycle routes
Signed quieter roads linking Chapel Allerton to Leeds city centre cycling infrastructure
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Chapel Allerton on-street EV charging
Leeds CC on-street charge points installed in the ward area
Defibrillators
Community defibrillator — Harrogate Road
Publicly accessible AED located near the local shopping parade
Postboxes & Post Office
Chapel Allerton Post Office
Full counter services on Harrogate Road
Fuel stations
Harrogate Road petrol station
Nearest fuel forecourt on the A61 corridor northbound
Places of worship
Parish church serving Chapel Allerton, with community events
~0.3 miActive Methodist congregation with community outreach
~0.4 miSeveral mosques and other faith communities within the LS7 area
~0.5 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 21% below the national average (53.7 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
348 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 7 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the less deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,714.
Housing & utilities
Mix of terraces, semis and converted flats typical of inner-north Leeds
Popular with young professionals and families due to location and amenities
Former commercial buildings and larger houses converted to flats
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Designated Local Nature Reserve with rich woodland biodiversity
Moderate urban air quality typical of inner Leeds; A61 corridor monitored
Most of LS7 4NB is low risk; Gledhow Beck corridor has some local risk
Well-tree-lined residential streets and parks contribute to green character
FAQs
Where exactly is the postcode LS7 4NB?
LS7 4NB is in Chapel Allerton, an inner-north suburb of Leeds, approximately 2 miles north of Leeds city centre. It falls within the Chapel Allerton ward of Leeds City Council, close to Harrogate Road and Stainbeck Lane.
What is Chapel Allerton like to live in?
Chapel Allerton is widely regarded as one of Leeds's most desirable and vibrant inner suburbs. It has a strong community feel, an excellent independent food and drink scene on Harrogate Road, good parks including Potternewton Park and Gledhow Valley Woods, and a diverse, welcoming population.
Which council area does LS7 4NB fall under?
LS7 4NB is administered by Leeds City Council, within the Chapel Allerton ward. Leeds is a metropolitan borough and unitary authority in West Yorkshire.
Which parliamentary constituency is LS7 4NB in?
LS7 4NB falls within the Leeds North East parliamentary constituency.
What schools are near LS7 4NB?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the Chapel Allerton area. See the Schools section on this page for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
How do I get to Leeds city centre from LS7 4NB?
Regular bus services run from stops on Harrogate Road directly into Leeds city centre, taking approximately 15–20 minutes. The area is also accessible by bicycle via quiet roads and the Gledhow Valley greenway.
What green spaces are near LS7 4NB?
Potternewton Park is around 0.4 miles away and hosts the annual Chapel Allerton Festival. Gledhow Valley Woods, a Local Nature Reserve with mature woodland, is about 0.7 miles from the postcode.
What type of housing is found in the LS7 4NB area?
The area features a mix of Victorian terraced houses, Edwardian semi-detached properties and modern converted apartments. It is a mixed-tenure neighbourhood popular with owner-occupiers, private renters and families.
Useful links
Official records and property listings for LS7 4NB: