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
8. Quarry Hill Flats
The disappearing world of Quarry Hill Flats in March 1977. | YPN Photo: YPN
9. Quarry Hill Flats
York House where by spring 1977 Mr and Mrs Doughty were the only tenants. The window (circled) is their flat. | YPN Photo: YPN
12. Quarry Hill Flats
This sad skeleton shows the latest swing of the pendulum for Quarry Hill Flats. Pictured in June 1978. | YPN Photo: YPN