Indeed, many people will be spending lockdown time doing up their house and pouring over property websites to find somewhere new when this is all over. Thinking of moving? This is your easy starting point guide to Leeds. In ascending order, starting with the bottom of the list and working towards the #1 most desirable place in Leeds, these are the 15 places estate agents find the most demand and interest from those looking to buy or rent a home. Manning Stainton published this list, with the suburbs ranked by factors including house prices, amenities, schools and crime rates.
. Oakwood
Close to Roundhay Park, Oakwood has regular farmers' markets beneath its pretty Victorian clock. It also has a parade of cafes, bars and shops. | jpimedia
. Alwoodley
This Leeds suburb boasts parks and greenery, with open water and is close to Adel and Headingley | jpimedia
. Adel
Famed for its historic Norman church, Adel is the jewel in the north Leeds crown. The village is quiet, but very close to Horsforth
. Guiseley
Guiseley is a great place for families, with an abundance of schools and outdoor space. The village has a lot of places to eat and drink and is home to the popular Guiseley AFC team.
. Moortown
Home to the popular Moortown golf club, Moortown is home to all sorts of people from young professionals to the retired. | jpimedia
. Pudsey
Events and festivals are held regularly in Pudsey, and the market town is close to both Leeds, Bradford, and Leeds Bradford Airport (duh) | jpimedia
7. Calverley
Located close to our #1 on the list, Calverley boasts beautiful canals and top cycling and walking spots | other
8. Farsley
This little west Leeds village boasts a big community. Its main street has all sorts of drinking and dining sports, while also being steeped in local history. | jpimedia
9. Meanwood
Sandwiched between Headingley and Chapel Allerton, Meanwood boasts tons of bars, shops and an XL Waitrose, so you can always be within arm's reach of a sough dough loaf and quinoa. | jpimedia
10. Headingley
Not just for students, Headingley pulls a strong young professional crowd with tons of pubs, bars and restaurants as well as the cricket, of course. | other
11. Roundhay
The famous Leeds park in the middle of Roundhay has 700 acres of lush greenery, despite being right next to the city centre. Noice! | jpimedia
12. Otley
The market town is on the fringes of Leeds but has a strong community with good links to Bradford, Ilkley and the Dales | jpimedia