LA16 is a postcode district in Barrow-in-Furness, North West, covering 109 active and 12 retired postcodes.
The largest share of LA16 (42%) is characterised by a settled suburban family area with high owner-occupation and stability, alongside a stable neighbourhood of older working adults and recent retirees (19%). A further 13% of the district is made up of a peaceful rural village — low traffic, high green space, tight community. This mix of 6 distinct neighbourhood types makes LA16 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in LA16 are around £147k, down 40.8% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across LA16 is moderate at 102 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. An average age of 44 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full LA16 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
Area Analysis Barrow-in-Furness, North West
LA16 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the LA16 postcode area.
groups
Population3,361
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Avg Age44
payments
Avg Income£ 39,100 /yr
work
Employed51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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9/10family_restroomFamily
4/10favoriteHealth
1/10workEmployment
10/10diversity_3Diversity
1/10paymentsAffluence
4/10directions_transitTransit
4/10homeHome Ownership
10/10trending_upInvestment
6/10psychology
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LA16 spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (44) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending down 40.8% year-on-year.
home £147,200 median price
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%
Economic Activity
51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
Violence and sexual offences197
Criminal damage and arson37
Public order30
Anti-social behaviour25
Other theft22
school Local Schools
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Askam Village School
Good160 pupils
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Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School
Good73 pupils
storefront Nearby Amenities
local_bar
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Askam Rugby League Club
- Duddon Sports and Social Club
- Dunnerholm Golf Club
- London House
- Railway Inn
fastfood
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Happy Garden Chinese Takeaway
- Polly's Plaice
- Southwards Barn - Platform One
- Southwards Takeaway
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Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Estuary Fine Foods
- Ireleth Village Store
- Southwards Farm Shop Ltd
- The Lile Superstore
- Angels' Store
- + 1 more
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Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op
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Area Profile: LA16 · Data under Open Government Licence