The Hyde Park area of north west Leeds where a policewoman has been shot was also at the centre of investigations into the July 7 bombings.
In July 2005 police raided 18 Alexandra Grove in Hyde Park which the London bombers had rented in order to build bombs.
Hundreds of local residents were evacuated but police said they found no explosives at the property.
The area has high unemployment and used to have a high crime rate, however police have reported a large drop in crime in more recent years.
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Hyde Park is a multi-cultural area which is popular with students and is situated between the University of Leeds and the student area of Headlingley.
It has sizable black and South Asian communities and is home to the largest mosque in Leeds and a variety of Asian shops and supermarkets.
Hyde Park has a bohemian feel and is well known for the iconic Hyde Park Picture House which shows both art house and mainstream films.
The park itself is one of the largest parks in central Leeds and is popular with residents and students during the summer.
While the Brudenell Social Club is a well-known venue for local and underground music.
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