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.
Here are 12 areas voted the happiest in Leeds by YEP readers.
7. Rodley
Rodley was named as one of the happiest places in Leeds by Emma Collie. The area is sits on the Leeds and Liverpool canal and has becoming increasingly popular with young professionals. | Tony Johnson Photo: Tony Johnson
8. Rothwell
The quaint market town of Rothwell was named the happiest place to live in Leeds by reader Paddy Sawyer. Pictured is Love Lane, in Rothwell, which just could be the city's most romantic street. | Simon Hulme Photo: Simon Hulme
9. Swillington
Lorraine Marshall named Swillington as the happiest place in Leeds to live. It is home to Leventhorpe Vineyard, which was established in 1986. It is also close to St Aidan's Nature Park (pictured). | RSPB St Aiden's Nature Park Photo: RSPB St Aiden's Nature Park
10. Cookridge Hall
Derek Olsen named Cookridge as the happiest place in Leeds. It is home to heritage site Cookridge Hall (pictured) and an 18-hole course golf club. | Simon Ellner/Google Photo: Simon Ellner/Google
11. Cross Gates
Cross Gates was named the happiest place to live in Leeds by YEP reader David Pacey. Often believed to be an up and coming area in Leeds, it is home to a large shopping centres and a range of good restaurants. | Steve Riding Photo: Steve Riding
12. Ilkley
The spa town of Ilkley was named by Ian Cheeseman as the happiest place to live in Leeds. It is famous for its moors, countryside and areas to walk. Ilkley is also home to popular public swimming pool Ilkley Pool and Lido (pictured). | Tony Johnson Photo: Tony Johnson