L40 1AA is a sought-after residential area on Roseacre Gardens, 0.5km from Rufford in Rufford (West Lancashire). Administratively it sits within Rufford ward and the South Ribble constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in L40, L40 1AA offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £510k.
Census 2021 statistics for L40 1AA are sourced from Output Area E00129467 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROSEACRE GARDENS, L40 1AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROSEACRE GARDENS, L40 1AA.
399
46
£ 41,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. L40 1AA's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £510k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L40 1AA. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 456,750
37 sales · Mean £ 457,507
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L40 1AA has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rufford CofE School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- R Sephton & Son0.4 km
- Causeway Farm Shop0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Hesketh Arms0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Boathouse Brasserie0.6 km
- Manor House Farm Bed & Breakfast0.6 km
- Rufford Old Hall0.8 km
- Tastebuds0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rufford1.0 km
- Burscough Bridge3.3 km
- New Lane3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Roseacre Gardens0.1 km
- Roseacre Gardens0.1 km
- Brick Kiln Farm0.1 km
- Whitefield Close0.2 km
- Whitefield Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: L401AA · Data under Open Government Licence