Quarry Hill Flats became the largest social housing complex in the UK and helped to reduce the housing problem during the war. It was seen as a modern build at the time which included lifts, electric lighting, a launderette and even a swimming pool. The flats were popular, encouraging a sense of community through the highly communal way of living. Yet being deemed ahead of their time the flats were demolished in 1978 due to their poor condition. READ MORE: 63 photos you'll only understand if you enjoyed the Leeds Lord Mayor's Parade in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s |The A to Z of Leeds - 26 reasons to be proud of your city
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Good Shepherd Mission Chapel which was demolished to make way for Quarry Hill Flats. | YPN Photo: YPN
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Pictured is Margaret Roberts in a photo which appeared in the YEP in May 1959 when she was only 13. She was chosen as Quarry Hill Flats Tenants' Association gala queen for that year. | YPN Photo: YPN
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Two locals catch up on gossip on a cold winter's day. Pictured in January 1973. | YPN Photo: YPN
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July 1976 and the decay of Quarry Hill Flats is on full view. | YPN Photo: YPN