Postcode Analysis Barrow-in-Furness, North West

NELSON STREET, LA15 8AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NELSON STREET, LA15 8AF.

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Population

345

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LA15 8AF spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 39.1% year-on-year.

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

LA15 8AF is a safe, established residential area on Nelson Street, 0.7km from Mill Brow in Dalton-in-Furness. Administratively it sits within Dalton North ward and the Barrow and Furness constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £264k, down 39.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LA15 8AF are sourced from Output Area E00096775 (shared with 14 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 LA15 8AF. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 213,000

1 sales · Mean £ 213,000

Detached

£ 350,000

3 sales · Mean £ 280,833

Terraced

£ 137,500

4 sales · Mean £ 141,000

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

LA15 8AF has low crime rates — 42 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 offences60
Criminal damage and arson38
Anti-social behaviour21
Public order15
Drugs11

school Local Schools

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Chapel Street Infants and Nursery School

Good122 pupils0.3 km
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Dowdales School

Good819 pupils0.3 km
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George Romney Junior School

Good103 pupils0.3 km
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Dalton St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good229 pupils0.7 km
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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, Dalton-In-Furness

Good0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Beddalls0.1 km
  • Greggs0.1 km
  • Express Markets0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Post Office0.1 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Brown Cow Inn0.5 km
  • Bridge Inn0.6 km
  • Dalton Cricket Club0.5 km
  • Hall Street Masonic Club0.1 km
  • Horse and Jockey0.3 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Anthony's @ the chocolate room0.1 km
  • Brizzolaris Bar0.1 km
  • High Tide Cafe Bar0.1 km
  • Hartleys0.2 km
  • Nicha's Thai Kitchen0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group0.1 km
  • McColls0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Bodrum Continental0.2 km
  • Dragon Chinese0.3 km
  • Jade Palace0.4 km
  • Kitchen Wizard0.3 km
  • La Luna0.3 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Clarence0.4 km
  • Number 19 Guest House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dalton0.4 km
  • Askam3.8 km
  • Roose4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Dalton Rail Station0.4 km