Though the average annual household income across Leeds is £42,350, there is a wealth divide across the city.
In fact, there is a difference of almost £29,000 between the annual income of Leeds’ richest and poorest neighbourhoods.
Using data from Propertistics, we’ve analysed Leeds voting wards according to household income and uncovered what neighbourhoods tend to earn the most, and what neighbourhoods tend to earn the least.
Below are the 10 poorest areas in Leeds according to household income.
1. Gipton and Harehills
The average household income in Gipton and Harehills is £30,467, the lowest across Leeds voting wards. | jpimedia
2. Burmantofts and Richmond Hill
The average household income in Burmantofts and Richmond Hill is £32,140, the second lowest across Leeds voting wards.
3. Killingbeck and Seacroft
The average household income in Killingbeck and Seacroft is £32,250, the third lowest across Leeds voting wards.
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4. Armley
The average household income in Armley is £33,680, the fourth lowest across Leeds voting wards. | Gary Longbottom
5. Little London and Woodhouse
The average household income in Little London and Woodhouse is £34,883, the fifth lowest across Leeds voting wards. | Google
6. Beeston and Holbeck
The average household income in Beeston and Holbeck is £35,233, the sixth lowest across Leeds voting wards. | Local Library