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GUIDE TO PROPERTY & HOUSES FOR SALE IN ROUNDHAY

AN AFFLUENT, ATTRACTIVE AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE RESIDENTIAL AREA

About Roundhay

A classy, green and almost village-like suburb of northern Leeds, Roundhay is one of the most well-known parts of the city. Famous for Roundhay Park, it’s also noted for its housing, particularly on Street Lane, which is a much sought-after address by people throughout Leeds.

Where is Roundhay?

Roundhay is around three miles north-east of Leeds City Centre and is just to the north of Gledhow and Oakwood. Moortown is to the west and to the north, you’ll find North Leeds. Harrogate is roughly 13 miles north, while York is 22 miles north-east.

Why you should buy a property in Roundhay

Buying a property is worth doing in Roundhay because you’ll have a home in one of the most popular parts of Leeds. You’ll be near some of the city’s major roads without being too close to the city centre, plus you’ll have a property that is more than likely to at least maintain its high value for years to come.

Area safety and security

Roundhay sits within the boundaries of the Inner North East policing area, patrolled by West Yorkshire Police. Across the Roundhay area, 44 crimes were recorded in November 2015, down from 49 for November 2014, hinting at improvements made in the way the suburb is policed.

Stainbeck Police Station is the nearest place to report any crimes; it’s just over two miles south-east of Street Lane, situated in Chapel Allerton.

Who is Roundhay for?

Roundhay is ideally suited to professionals who work locally or in the city centre. It’s also suited to families with young children about to enter primary education and those seeking somewhere grander than their first home to truly settle down. For the latter, larger properties around the Street Lane area tick a lot of boxes.

Property architecture in Roundhay

Due to all housing in the area being privately-owned, Roundhay has a huge variety of architectural styles. Along Street Lane, you’ll come across large Victorian terraces with porches and the like, while villas are the norm further north.

You’ll also come across the odd block of flats near Roundhay Park, while new-build detached properties are present further south. The latter are made with high-pitched roofs and come equipped with ample parking and garden space.

Benefits of buying in Roundhay

A property in Roundhay will give you somewhere that’s conveniently situated near some of the major routes into and out of Leeds. You’ll also have a home that’s sure to see its value increase over time, as well as easy access to the park and surrounding countryside; this will surely please the kids!

Amenities in Roundhay

Roundhay’s primary schools are Talbot Primary and Roundhay St John’s C of E. Roundhay School provides both primary and secondary education. There are several shops on Street Lane, including a Co-Operative Food store, as well as a branch of the Leeds Building Society. The local post office is inside the McColl’s newsagents on Street Lane.

The local health centre is Street Lane Practice, which lies on Devonshire Avenue. It serves Roundhay and parts of Moortown and North Leeds. As far as buses go, the 2 service starts and terminates at Roundhay Park, going along Street Lane towards Moortown and the city centre.

Working in Roundhay

Roundhay’s biggest employers are in tourism, healthcare, digital media, education and law. The most notable employers here are Leeds City Council, Winston Solicitors, who have their headquarters, MadeByPi (a digital media firm) and Spire Healthcare, who run a private hospital in neighbouring Gledhow.

Areas near Roundhay


Kirkstall

One of Leeds’ most visually stunning suburbs, Kirkstall is popular with families and older couples who want to settle down and move further up the property ladder. Vast detached properties overlooking the Abbey and quaint terraces towards Headingley and Burley leave plenty of choice for the discerning buyer.

Oakwood


To the south of Roundhay Park, Oakwood is one of the most elegant parts of Leeds. Its rows of large Victorian villas and terraces attract a wide range of buyers, from professionals who work locally to families looking for somewhere spacious and welcoming to bring up their children.

Moortown


Centrally located within the wider North Leeds area, Moortown is a clean, green and friendly part of the city that’s equally suited to families and older couples looking to settle down somewhere nice. The spacious semis and 19th century terraces both provide plenty of room for all your prized possessions and more besides.