Across the UK, there has been a 79 per cent rise in one week in cases of the Delta variant first identified in India. The increase across the UK is being driven by younger age groups, many of whom have now been invited for a vaccination as the jab rollout extends to anyone aged 18 and over.
Leeds recorded an infection rate of 188 new cases per 100,000 people in the seven days to June 15, the latest Government figures available. That's up 66 per cent from the previous week.
Cases in some neighbourhoods have soared and the council is introducing surge testing in the worst-affected areas from Tuesday.
Here we reveal the Leeds areas with the highest infection rates in the seven days to June 15. All images are for illustrative purposes only.
7. East End Park & Richmond Hill
East End Park & Richmond Hill recorded 36 cases, that’s a rate of 333.1. It’s up 20% from the previous week.
8. Hollin Park & Fearnville
Hollin Park & Fearnville recorded 20 cases, that’s a rate of 272.3. It’s up 566.7% from the previous week. Photo: Google
9. Alwoodley
Alwoodley recorded 18 cases, that’s a rate of 249.4. It’s up 125% from the previous week.
10. Leeds City Centre
Leeds City Centre recorded 33 cases, that’s a rate of 242.7. It’s up 120% from the previous week.
11. Horsforth East
Horsforth East recorded 19 cases, that’s a rate of 240.1. It’s up 26.7% from the previous week.
12. Chapel Allerton North
Chapel Allerton North recorded 16 cases, that’s a rate of 238.2. It’s up 220% from the previous week.