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Location in West YorkshireBarnbow Carr sits where the marker shows within the county.

36,116
Population
15,100
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£52,548
Avg. household income
1,209
Businesses
822
People per km²
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About Barnbow Carr

Barnbow Carr is located in the West Yorkshire region of England, within the LS15 postcode area. It lies to the north of Leeds, near the River Aire, and is part of the larger area known as the Leeds and Selby region. The site is historically significant, having been used as a munitions factory during the First World War, and is now a nature reserve managed by the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. The landscape consists of wetland habitats, including open water, reed beds, and grassland, providing a home for a variety of bird species and other wildlife. Access is available via footpaths from nearby residential areas, and the site is popular with local walkers and birdwatchers. The area is quiet and peaceful, offering a natural retreat close to urban centres.

School Ratings in Barnbow Carr

Barnbow Carr is served by 81 schools. Temple Newsam and Colton Children's Centre and Colton Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barnbow Carr

Property prices average £284K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £231K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barnbow Carr

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Barnbow Carr, with 95 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barnbow Carr

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barnbow Carr falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Barnbow Carr

There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Barnbow Carr, the nearest being Windmill Health Centre (1.8 miles away).

Local Data for Barnbow Carr

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Property Prices 5,039 sales

Average Price £284K
£350 , £29.09M
Detached £360K 1,084
Semi £231K 2,752
Terraced £203K 863
Flat £132K 195

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

54 Primary
8 Secondary
19 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LS15 postcode area.

Barwick-in-Elmet CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary 0.7 miles Scholes (Elmet) Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles John Smeaton Academy Secondary Good 1.5 miles Swarcliffe Children's Centre Good 1.7 miles Grimes Dyke Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Manston Primary Primary 1.8 miles Manston St James Primary Academy Primary 1.9 miles Swarcliffe Primary School Primary 2 miles St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles St Theresa's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles White Laith Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles East Garforth Primary Academy Primary Good 2.2 miles

Household Income in Barnbow Carr ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barnbow Carr is approximately £52,548 a year before tax, 5% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,704. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barnbow Carr £52,548
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,704.

Businesses in Barnbow Carr ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,209 active businesses based in Barnbow Carr, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 43 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,209 Total businesses
33 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 3%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Barnbow Carr IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barnbow Carr in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 23%
6,134 Children (0-15) 17%
21,632 Working Age 60%
8,330 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Barnbow Carr 695 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Barnbow Carr is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 266
Anti-Social Behaviour 95
Criminal Damage & Arson 60
Public Order 51
Burglary 45
Other Theft 42
Shoplifting 36
Vehicle Crime 26
Robbery 21
Other Crime 20
Drugs 14
Weapons 10
Bicycle Theft 5
Theft from Person 4
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Garforth Train Station 2 miles
Cross Gates Train Station 2.4 miles
East Garforth Train Station 2.6 miles
Micklefield Train Station 3.4 miles
Woodlesford Train Station 4.9 miles
South Milford Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Barwick in Elmet 0.6 miles Arthursdale 1.4 miles Scholes 1.4 miles Pendas Fields 1.4 miles Potterton 1.4 miles Swarcliffe 1.9 miles Whinmoor 1.9 miles Stanks 2 miles Parlington 2 miles Kiddal Lane End 2 miles Manston 2.2 miles Sandhills 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Leeds
Ward Temple Newsam
Constituency Leeds East
Parish Leeds, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Barnbow Carr

Of the 15,896 households in and around Barnbow Carr, 76% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 12% Private rented 12%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barnbow Carr.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barnbow Carr

What is the population of Barnbow Carr?
Barnbow Carr has a population of approximately 36,116 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barnbow Carr?
The average property in and around Barnbow Carr sold for about £283,777, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 19% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barnbow Carr a deprived area?
Barnbow Carr sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barnbow Carr?
Barnbow Carr is covered by the LS15 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barnbow Carr?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barnbow Carr, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barnbow Carr?
The nearest railway station to Barnbow Carr is Garforth Train Station, about 2 miles away.

Streets in LS15 30 shown View all streets

(ELOR) Ring Road Morwick Green 1 A6120 1 Aberford Road 4 Ada Glassby Court 1 Adams Grove 1 Alan Crescent 2 Alexander Avenue 1 Alice Smart Close 1 Amelia Stewart Lane 1 Appleby Place 1 Appleby Walk 1 Arthursdale Close 1 Arthursdale Drive 1 Arthursdale Grange 1 Arundel Terrace 1 Ashbourne Court 3 Ashfield Close 1 Ashfield Terrace 1 Ashfield Villas 1 Austhorpe Avenue 1 Austhorpe Court 1 Austhorpe Drive 2 Austhorpe Gardens 1 Austhorpe Grove 1 Austhorpe Lane 10 Austhorpe Road 6 Austhorpe View 1 Aylesford Mount 1 Back Austhorpe Road 4 Back Graveley Street 1

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