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University Technical College Leeds Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

University Technical College Leeds is an university technical college secondary school in Leeds , serving pupils aged 14-19, with 487 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

14-19

Age range

487

Pupils

600

Capacity

81%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

University Technical College Leeds Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for University Technical College Leeds?

The catchment area for University Technical College Leeds is the geographic zone Leeds uses to prioritise admissions when this secondary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Leeds publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Secondary school places at University Technical College Leeds are allocated by Leeds using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Leeds before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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University Technical College Leeds: 600 places, 81% filled: places available

University Technical College Leeds has a published admission number of 600 places. 487 pupils were enrolled in the most recent data, giving a fill rate of 81%. At 81% full, the school currently has headroom below its 600 place limit. Catchment distance criteria still apply when the school is oversubscribed, but at current demand levels, places have been available for applicants outside the immediate catchment area.

The fill-rate figure above reflects overall demand, but the school's intake also varies by community profile. 27.3% of pupils at University Technical College Leeds are eligible for free school meals, broadly in line with the national average. This reflects a mixed catchment population across Leeds.

To check whether your home address falls within the historical catchment boundary, use the postcode search tool on this site.

Leeds publishes its full admissions policy, including oversubscription criteria, the previous year's last-distance figures, and the appeals timetable, on the council's official admissions page. Leeds Council school admissions (official) →

University Technical College Leeds: School Information

Full address
2 Sayner Road, Hunslet, Leeds, LS10 1LA
Local authority
Leeds
School type
University technical college
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
14-19 years
Free school meals
27.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142604

Other Secondary Schools in Leeds

If University Technical College Leeds is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Leeds are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest secondary schools by distance

These are the secondary schools closest to University Technical College Leeds by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: University Technical College Leeds

What is the catchment area for University Technical College Leeds?

The catchment area for University Technical College Leeds is the geographic zone Leeds uses to prioritise admissions when this secondary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Leeds publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is University Technical College Leeds oversubscribed?

University Technical College Leeds has a capacity of 600 places and currently has 487 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Leeds.

What is the admissions policy for University Technical College Leeds?

Admission to University Technical College Leeds is managed by Leeds. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does University Technical College Leeds cover?

University Technical College Leeds is a secondary school in Leeds, serving pupils aged 14-19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for University Technical College Leeds?

University Technical College Leeds was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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