The 1970s brought challenges and change to the LS11 community and its residents. They photos capture the harsh realities of life in the suburb as well as the now demolished streets and landmarks. They are a mix from the YEP archive and others published courtesy of West Yorkshire Archive Service and photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. READ MORE: Beeston in the 1980s – 19 photo memories put LS11 in focus LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
13. Beeston in the 1970s
A row of derelict terraced housing on Greenmount Place taken in May 1973 shortly before demolition. Outbuildings in front have already been pulled down leaving bricks and rubble in the yards. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
14. Beeston in the 1970s
Oakhurst Road showing Concourse House on the right in May 1979. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
15. Beeston in the 1970s
A row of four double fronted back-to-back terraced houses on Altofts Place in May 1973. Cambrian Road is on the left and a shared outside toilet yard on the right. Photo: West Yorkshire Archive Service