Is L40 0RN a safe place to live?

Yes, L40 0RN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 47 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in L40 0RN?

The average property price in L40 0RN is currently around £441k.

What is the population of L40 0RN?

The population for the L40 0RN area is approximately 376 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Lancashire, North West

CRABTREE LANE, L40 0RN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRABTREE LANE, L40 0RN.

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Population

376

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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8/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. L40 0RN spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. £441k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

L40 0RN is a safe, established residential area on Crabtree Lane, 0.6km from New Lane in Burscough. Administratively it sits within Burscough West ward and the West Lancashire constituency.

For serious buyers, L40 0RN is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £441k.

Census 2021 statistics for L40 0RN are sourced from Output Area E00129347 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L40 0RN. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

57%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 366,250

4 sales · Mean £ 370,625

Detached

£ 395,000

3 sales · Mean £ 413,333

Terraced

£ 210,000

1 sales · Mean £ 210,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

L40 0RN has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences8

Criminal damage and arson5

Anti-social behaviour2

Burglary1

Other theft1

school Local Schools

Burscough Bridge Methodist School

Good50 pupils1.0 km

Burscough Priory Academy

Good669 pupils1.0 km

Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School

Good188 pupils1.3 km

Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School

Good167 pupils1.4 km

Burscough Village Primary School

Good205 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby

The Play Den0.6 km
Burscough FC Snack Bar0.9 km
Canal Cruise Lancashire Ltd0.0 km
Merlin's Bakery Cafe0.6 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Wok-In0.6 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Farmers Arms0.3 km
The Slipway0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

New Lane0.9 km
Burscough Bridge1.2 km
Burscough Junction1.5 km

Bus Stops

Higgins Lane0.4 km
Higgins Lane0.4 km