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,Location
- A major city in West Yorkshire
- Heart of a conurbation which includes cities such as
Bradford and Huddersfield
- Meeting point of a major motorway network
- It is the 2nd largest metropolitan district in England
- Has many export links as there are many big brand Map of Leeds on a local scale
stores in Leeds, such as ASDA, Arla and Marks and
Spencers
- Has many connections to the wider world, including
universities, football teams and arts
Map of Leeds on a regional scale
, Migration
Many people have begun to migrate to the UK, particularly Leeds, both
nationally and internationally
- Many non-UK residents migrated from the West Indies / Caribbean
- The population is made up of 17% black and ethnic minorities
- The percentage of population made up of non-British residents is
higher than average
- Popular places for non-UK born residents are Gipton and Harehills
(both are located in the East side of Leeds)
Population
Growth in
Leeds
Ethnic Makeup of
Leeds (2011)