These images provide a fascinating snapshot of life in the area and are published courtesy of photographic archive Leodis, which is run by Leeds Library & Information Service. They also run heritage blog The Secret Library Leeds, which provides a behind the scenes look at the Central Library and highlights from its special collections, including rare books hidden away in the stacks. READ MORE: 19 unseen photos of Gipton through the years LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
1. Circa 1920s
Osmondthorpe House, located off Osmondthorpe Lane behind Osmondthorpe Cottages, which was built by William Schofield, building contractor, as a residence for himself and his family.
2. July 1939
An Anderson type air raid shelter, erected in the garden of number 39 Rookwood Cresent, Osmondthorpe. The rounded roof of the shelter is being covered with earth. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
3. August 1927
Junction with Osmondthorpe Lane. Shop and garage premises with sign 'Henry.V.Smith, automobile and general engineer.' Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
4. January 1936
View of shops numbering from left to right 534 - 530 York Road. This is close to the junction with Rookwood Avenue just off the photograph to the left. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
5. June 1931
Osmondthorpe Old Hall on the east side of Osmondthorpe Lane showing the front of the property. Houses just below the Hall stand on what was formerly the grounds and is now part of the Rookwood housing estate. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net
6. Circa 1930s
The railway bridge on Selby Road, looking from Osmondthorpe towards York Road. Tramlines are on the road and a tram is visible through the bridge. Photo: Leeds Libraries, www.leodis.net