Postcode Analysis South Lakeland, North West

LA10 5BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LA10 5BG.

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Population

522

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 44,200 /yr

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Employed

22%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA10 5BG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates LA10 5BG — age 34, 63% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

LA10 5BG is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Mortarpits in Sedbergh. Administratively it sits within Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale ward and the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency.

For families considering a move, LA10 5BG represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for LA10 5BG are sourced from Output Area E00098012 (shared with 23 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 LA10 5BG. The average age is 34.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

22%Active
FT: 15%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

LA10 5BG has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences20
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Sedbergh Primary School

Good154 pupils0.2 km
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Settlebeck School

Good198 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Spar Shop0.8 km
  • Powell's Fruit Merchants0.3 km
  • The Green Door Sweet Shop0.3 km
  • The Meat Hook0.3 km
  • The Zero Pantry Ltd0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Thorns Hall Hotel0.3 km
  • The Waffle Cone0.2 km
  • Al Forno0.3 km
  • Smatt's Duo0.3 km
  • The Gun Dog Coffee Shop Ltd0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Black Bull Inn0.3 km
  • White Harts Sports Club0.3 km
  • The Dalesman Country Inn0.4 km
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • The Thirsty Rambler0.4 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Daleslea Bed and Breakfast0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Haddock Paddock0.2 km
  • No 460.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dent11.3 km
  • Garsdale12.9 km
  • Oxenholme Lake District13.1 km