12 of the happiest places to live in Leeds according to locals including Farsley and Morley

Published 28th Jun 2024, 04:45 BST

Our vibrant city has many fantastic towns and suburbs.

Everyone has a different preference when it comes to where they’d like to live - some like to be closer quaint green spaces while others adore the noise and bustle of Leeds city centre.

So when we asked our readers what are some of the happiest places to live in Leeds, there were many varied responses - from villages to student-friendly towns.

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Here are 12 areas voted the happiest in Leeds by YEP readers.

YEP reader Robert Bohanna said Farsley is a "fantastic village" and named it the happiest place to live in Leeds. Rich with history, the town is home to former textile mill Sunny Bank Mills which now includes an art gallery and tearoom. The venue welcome Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on a recent visit.

1. Farsley

YEP reader Robert Bohanna said Farsley is a "fantastic village" and named it the happiest place to live in Leeds. Rich with history, the town is home to former textile mill Sunny Bank Mills which now includes an art gallery and tearoom. The venue welcome Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on a recent visit.Photo: Simon Hulme

There's much to like about Headingley - and reader Neilka Nevada agrees, naming it the happiest place in Leeds to live. The laid-back suburb is famously known for fantastic pubs that are part of the Otley Run, Headingley Stadium which hosts rugby and cricket matches and some brilliant independent restaurants.

2. Headingley

There's much to like about Headingley - and reader Neilka Nevada agrees, naming it the happiest place in Leeds to live. The laid-back suburb is famously known for fantastic pubs that are part of the Otley Run, Headingley Stadium which hosts rugby and cricket matches and some brilliant independent restaurants. | National WorldPhoto: National World

Neilka Nevada also named Meanwood as one of the happiest places in Leeds. The growing area is known for its park, the Meanwood Valley Trail as well as some fantastic independent eateries.

3. Meanwood

Neilka Nevada also named Meanwood as one of the happiest places in Leeds. The growing area is known for its park, the Meanwood Valley Trail as well as some fantastic independent eateries. | James HardistyPhoto: James Hardisty

YEP reader Sheila Wade said Garforth was the happiest place in Leeds. The town is known for its independent businesses, multifaceted history and vibrant community. Pictured is its beer festival.

4. Garforth

YEP reader Sheila Wade said Garforth was the happiest place in Leeds. The town is known for its independent businesses, multifaceted history and vibrant community. Pictured is its beer festival. | Mark BickerdikePhoto: Mark Bickerdike

Morley was named the happiest place in Leeds by reader Catherine Martin. The people of Morley are fiercely proud of their home, which has many local independents. Pictured is the Town Hall.

5. Morley

Morley was named the happiest place in Leeds by reader Catherine Martin. The people of Morley are fiercely proud of their home, which has many local independents. Pictured is the Town Hall. | Simon HulmePhoto: Simon Hulme

Catherine Rothery said Wetherby is the happiest place in Leeds. This charming market town is on the banks of the River Wharfe and has a little bit of everything, making it a vibrant place to live.

6. Wetherby

Catherine Rothery said Wetherby is the happiest place in Leeds. This charming market town is on the banks of the River Wharfe and has a little bit of everything, making it a vibrant place to live. | James HardistyPhoto: James Hardisty

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