These photos document a decade in the life of Chapeltown and its residents. They turn back the clock to the 1990s and showcase life around the inner city suburb with shops and local landmarks all in focus. It was also a decade of unrest with West Yorkshire Police launching a ‘get tough’ policy to confront gangs of young thugs. “Decent people in Chapeltown are sick and tired of these young criminals doing as they please and openly flouting the law. The photos have been brought to life for the first time after being found in the Yorkshire Evening Post archive. READ MORE: Memories of lost Leeds pubs: Chapel Allerton, Sheepscar, Chapeltown and Little London LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook YEP RETRO NEWSLETTER: Sign up for our free monthly email digest of Leeds nostalgia
1. Chapetltown in the 1990s
Street cred in March 1994. Police, who are part of the Community Project Team at Chapeltown Police Station , talk to local residents on Chapeltown Road. | YPN Photo: YPN
3. Chapeltown in the 1990s
Louis Le Prince Court on Bayster Rpad pictured in July 1991. It was the winner of the new building award in the 5th Leeds Award for Architecture. | YPN Photo: YPN
4. Chapeltown in the 1990s
Do you remember Jyoti off-licence and video centre? Pictured in September 1993. It was owned by Nota Singh. | YPN Photo: YPN
5. Chapeltown in the 1990s
Police chat to staff at an off licence on Chapeltown Road in March 1994. | YPN Photo: YPN
6. Chapeltown in the 1990s
The Medina Mini-market on Chapeltown Road pictured in September 1993. It was owned at the time by Saleem Hussain. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd