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Location in West YorkshireCamp Town sits where the marker shows within the county.

45,372
Population
18,524
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£61,754
Avg. household income
1,692
Businesses
513
People per km²
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About Camp Town

Camp Town is located in West Yorkshire, within the LS17 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of Leeds, situated near the A640 road, which connects it to nearby towns and villages. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached houses, and is known for its close-knit community. There are several local amenities, including a primary school, a community centre, and a small shop serving daily needs. The town is well-served by public transport, with regular bus services linking it to Leeds city centre and surrounding areas. While not a large settlement, Camp Town offers a quiet, suburban environment with easy access to urban facilities. Its proximity to the countryside makes it a convenient base for those who enjoy walking or cycling in the Yorkshire landscape.

School Ratings in Camp Town

Families in Camp Town have access to 196 local schools. Wigton Moor Primary School, Highfield Primary School and Allerton High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Camp Town

Homes sell for an average of £383K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £324K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Camp Town

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Camp Town, with 32 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Camp Town

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Camp Town among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Camp Town

There are 47 GP surgeries within three miles of Camp Town, the nearest being Donisthorpe Hall Nursing Home (0.5 miles away).

Local Data for Camp Town

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Property Prices 5,558 sales

Average Price £383K
£1K , £10.32M
Detached £621K 1,463
Semi £324K 2,464
Terraced £316K 330
Flat £183K 1,145

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

110 Primary
20 Secondary
66 Other
Outstanding 4
Good 12

Ofsted ratings for schools in the LS17 postcode area.

Primley Wood Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles Brodetsky Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Leeds Jewish Free School Secondary Good 0.3 miles Alwoodley Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Allerton CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Moortown Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.5 miles Highfield Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.5 miles Allerton High School Secondary Outstanding 0.6 miles Leeds Menorah School Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Alwoodley Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Allerton Grange School Secondary Good 0.9 miles

Household Income in Camp Town ONS 2023

The average total household income in Camp Town is approximately £61,754 a year before tax, 12% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,114. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Camp Town £61,754
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £45,114.

Businesses in Camp Town ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,692 active businesses based in Camp Town, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 3 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,692 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 94%
Small, 10-49 5%
Medium, 50-249 0%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Camp Town IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Camp Town experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 21%
9,196 Children (0-15) 20%
26,774 Working Age 59%
9,397 Older (65+) 21%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.9% 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 Camp Town 268 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Camp Town is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 101
Anti-Social Behaviour 32
Shoplifting 27
Other Theft 23
Public Order 21
Burglary 18
Criminal Damage & Arson 13
Vehicle Crime 11
Drugs 9
Other Crime 8
Robbery 4
Bicycle Theft 1
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

Burley Park Train Station 3.1 miles
Headingley Train Station 3.2 miles
Horsforth Train Station 3.8 miles
Cross Gates Train Station 4.8 miles
Bramley (West Yorkshire) Train Station 5.3 miles
Cottingley Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Moor Allerton 0 yards Black Moor 0.6 miles Moortown 0.6 miles Alwoodley 0.6 miles Alwoodley Gates 0.9 miles Alwoodley Park 0.9 miles Chapel Allerton 1.2 miles Chapeltown 1.2 miles Park Villas 1.4 miles Lidgett Park 1.4 miles Meanwood 1.8 miles Adel 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Harrogate
County North Yorkshire
Ward Washburn
Constituency Skipton and Ripon
Parish North Rigton
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Home Ownership in Camp Town

Of the 18,925 households in and around Camp Town, 73% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 73% Social rented 12% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Camp Town.

Frequently Asked Questions about Camp Town

What is the population of Camp Town?
Camp Town has a population of approximately 45,372 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Camp Town?
The average property in and around Camp Town sold for about £382,733, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 10% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Camp Town a deprived area?
Camp Town sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Camp Town?
Camp Town is covered by the LS17 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Camp Town?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Camp Town, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Camp Town?
The nearest railway station to Camp Town is Burley Park Train Station, about 3.1 miles away.

Streets in LS17 30 shown View all streets

A61 2 Albans Close 1 Alderton Bank 3 Alderton Crescent 1 Alderton Mount 1 Alderton Place 1 Alderton Rise 1 Allerton Avenue 2 Allerton Drive 1 Allerton Grange Avenue 1 Allerton Grange Close 1 Allerton Grange Crescent 1 Allerton Grange Drive 1 Allerton Grange Gardens 1 Allerton Grange Rise 3 Allerton Grange Vale 3 Allerton Grange Walk 1 Allerton Grange Way 2 Allerton Grove 2 Almscliffe Drive 1 Almscliffe Garth 1 Alwoodley Chase 1 Alwoodley Court Gardens 2 Alwoodley Gardens 1 Alwoodley Gates 2 Alwoodley Lane 15 Arena Park 4 Arncliffe Grange 2 Ash Hill Drive 4 Ash Hill Gardens 1

Postcodes in LS17 50 shown View all postcodes

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