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.
13. Leeds Dock, Hunslet & Stourton
Leeds Dock, Hunslet & Stourton recorded 20 cases, that’s a rate of 237.7. It’s up 66.7% from the previous week.
14. Lawnswood & Ireland Wood
Lawnswood & Ireland Wood recorded 14 cases, that’s a rate of 225.2. It’s up 100% from the previous week.
15. Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston
Garforth South, Swillington & Little Preston recorded 15 cases, that’s a rate of 221.1. It’s down 6.2% from the previous week. Photo: Google
16. Hawksworth & West Park
Hawksworth & West Park recorded 16 cases, that’s a rate of 206.6. It’s up 128.6% from the previous week. Photo: Google
17. Far Headingley & Weetwood
Far Headingley & Weetwood recorded 24 cases, that’s a rate of 206.5. It’s up 118.2% from the previous week. Photo: Google