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Location in West YorkshireBrown Moor 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 Brown Moor

Brown Moor is a residential area located in the West Yorkshire region of England, within the LS15 postcode area. It lies to the north of the city of Leeds, offering a mix of housing types including semi-detached and terraced homes. The area is well-connected by road, with access to the A640 and nearby motorway networks, making it convenient for commuting. Local amenities include a range of shops, schools, and community facilities, with several parks and green spaces providing recreational opportunities. The community is served by regular bus services and is within easy reach of Leeds city centre. Brown Moor has a long-standing residential character, with a diverse population and a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Brown Moor

There are 143 schools in and around Brown Moor. 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 Brown Moor

The average property price is £284K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £231K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brown Moor

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Brown Moor, with 95 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brown Moor

Brown Moor sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Brown Moor

There are 27 GP surgeries within three miles of Brown Moor, the nearest being Leodis Community Dermatology Clinic (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Brown Moor

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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

84 Primary
15 Secondary
44 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LS15 postcode area.

Austhorpe Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Colton Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Whitkirk Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles John Smeaton Academy Secondary Good 1.2 miles Temple Moor High School Secondary 1.2 miles Manston St James Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles Temple Newsam and Colton Children's Centre Outstanding 1.3 miles Templenewsam Halton Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Manston Primary Primary 1.3 miles Cross Gates & Manston Children's Centre Good 1.3 miles Cross Gates Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles St Theresa's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles

Household Income in Brown Moor ONS 2023

The average total household income in Brown Moor 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.

Brown Moor £52,548
England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Brown Moor ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,209 active businesses based in Brown Moor, 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 Brown Moor IMD 2025

Brown Moor sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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 Brown Moor 695 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Brown Moor sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

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

Cross Gates Train Station 0.9 miles
Garforth Train Station 2 miles
East Garforth Train Station 2.7 miles
Woodlesford Train Station 2.8 miles
Micklefield Train Station 4.2 miles
Castleford Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Austhorpe 0 yards Whitkirk 0.6 miles Colton 0.9 miles Swillington Common 0.9 miles Manston 0.9 miles Pendas Fields 1.2 miles West Garforth 1.4 miles Cross Gates 1.4 miles Hollinthorpe 1.4 miles Stanks 1.4 miles Parklands 1.8 miles Halton 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Brown Moor

Of the 15,896 households in and around Brown Moor, 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 Brown Moor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Brown Moor

What is the population of Brown Moor?
Brown Moor 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 Brown Moor?
The average property in and around Brown Moor 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 Brown Moor a deprived area?
Brown Moor 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 Brown Moor?
Brown Moor is covered by the LS15 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Brown Moor?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Brown Moor, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Brown Moor?
The nearest railway station to Brown Moor is Cross Gates Train Station, about 0.9 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

Postcodes in LS15 50 shown View all postcodes

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