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
13. Quarry Hill Flats
Goodbye to 'The Hill' Sammy Taylor, the first caretaker when they were opened and a resident ever since, waves farewell as he leaves for a new home. | YPN Photo: YPN
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The rise and fall of Quarry Hill Flats was set to verse in May 1978 by Frank Harrington who has seen them built and demolished. | YPN Photo: YPN
15. Quarry Hill Flats
Only the last tangled remains await removal in June 1978. | YPN Photo: YPN
16. Quarry Hill Flats
November 1978 and the site where Quarry Hill Flats once towered. Saplings grow in the landscaped area that used to be home for thousands of people. | YPN Photo: YPN
17. Quarry Hill Flats
The Quarry Hill clean-up gets underway in September 1989. | YPN Photo: YPN
