Postcode Analysis Barrow-in-Furness, North West

BUCCLEUCH STREET, LA15 8BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUCCLEUCH STREET, LA15 8BE.

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Population

257

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /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: LA15 8BE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates LA15 8BE — age 47, 82% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £85k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 13.2% year-on-year.

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

LA15 8BE is a safe, established residential area on Buccleuch Street, 0.3km from Mill Brow in Dalton-in-Furness. Administratively it sits within Dalton South ward and the Barrow and Furness constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £85k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 13.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LA15 8BE are sourced from Output Area E00096794 (shared with 11 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 8BE. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 91,475

8 sales · Mean £ 98,181

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

LA15 8BE has low crime rates — 23 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 offences22
Criminal damage and arson9
Anti-social behaviour8
Other theft6
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Dowdales School

Good819 pupils0.4 km
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Chapel Street Infants and Nursery School

Good122 pupils0.7 km
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George Romney Junior School

Good103 pupils0.7 km
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Dalton St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good229 pupils0.8 km
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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, Dalton-In-Furness

Good1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Beddalls0.3 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Express Markets0.7 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Post Office0.3 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Brown Cow Inn0.2 km
  • Dalton Cricket Club1.0 km
  • Hall Street Masonic Club0.6 km
  • Horse and Jockey0.8 km
  • Lord Nelson0.3 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Anthony's @ the chocolate room0.5 km
  • Brizzolaris Bar0.3 km
  • High Tide Cafe Bar0.5 km
  • Hartleys0.3 km
  • Nicha's Thai Kitchen0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group0.5 km
  • McColls0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Bodrum Continental0.5 km
  • Dragon Chinese0.7 km
  • Jade Palace0.8 km
  • Kitchen Wizard0.7 km
  • La Luna0.8 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Clarence0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dalton0.6 km
  • Askam3.8 km
  • Roose4.6 km