LA8 is a postcode district in South Lakeland, North West, covering 493 active and 94 retired postcodes.
The largest share of LA8 (35%) is characterised by a working countryside area — farms, fields and close-knit local communities, alongside a rural area with a significant number of older people in rented flats (19%). A further 15% of the district is made up of a rural commuter area popular with professional households. This mix of 5 distinct neighbourhood types makes LA8 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in LA8 are around £502k, up 13.5% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across LA8 is moderate at 101 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. The district has a mature, established population with an average age of 48 — predominantly owner-occupied, quiet, and low-turnover.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full LA8 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
LA8 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the LA8 postcode area.
9,256
48
£ 42,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LA8's low deprivation rank, 79% ownership, and £502k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £502k. Property prices are trending up 13.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Levens CofE School
Old Hutton CofE School
Staveley CofE School
Crosscrake CofE Primary School
Crosthwaite CofE School
St Patrick's CofE School
Grayrigg CofE School
Selside Endowed CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
10 nearby- The Hyning Estate "The Byre"
- Bendrigg Trust
- Hawkshead Beer Hall
- Hollin Root Farm B&B
- Lakeland Barn, Artisan Foods
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- The Gateway Hotel
- Cafe Eclec
- Costa Coffee
- Damson Dene Hotel
- Gilpin Bridge Inn
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Flake on Top
- Scoop Choc Ice Ltd
- Earthworm Kitchen
- Staveley Chippy
- The Beehive
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Big Onion Community Stall
- Caravan & Motorhome Club
- Levens Village Store
- Low Sizergh Barn
- Millbrook Caravan Park
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Eagle and Child
- Hare and Hounds
- Kimi's Gelato Kitchen
- Strickland Arms
- The Punch Bowl Inn
- + 6 more
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Area Profile: LA8 · Data under Open Government Licence