Postcode Analysis Lancaster, North West

LEVENS CLOSE, LA1 5UL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEVENS CLOSE, LA1 5UL.

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Population

287

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA1 5UL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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7/10
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10/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. LA1 5UL's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £210k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £210k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

LA1 5UL is a sought-after residential area on Levens Close, 0.3km from Abraham Heights in Lancaster. Administratively it sits within Marsh ward and the Lancaster and Fleetwood constituency.

For serious buyers, LA1 5UL is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 93% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for LA1 5UL are sourced from Output Area E00127386 (shared with 15 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 LA1 5UL. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.7%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Detached

£ 209,000

8 sales · Mean £ 215,562

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

LA1 5UL has low crime rates — 13 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.

Anti-social behaviour8
Violence and sexual offences7
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Appletree Nursery School

Outstanding59 pupils0.6 km
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Lancaster Girls' Grammar School

Good1010 pupils0.8 km
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Willow Lane Community Primary School

Good198 pupils0.8 km
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Lancaster Dallas Road Community Primary School

Good406 pupils0.8 km
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Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy

Outstanding1754 pupils0.9 km
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Bowerham Primary & Nursery School

Good500 pupils1.5 km
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Our Lady's Catholic College

Requires Improvement1003 pupils1.6 km
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The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

Good204 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Rose of Sharon1.0 km
  • Marsh Food Club0.8 km
  • Carters Cakes0.9 km
  • Spar0.6 km
  • The Cereal Box1.0 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Toll House Inn1.0 km
  • Runner Duck Wine Room1.0 km
  • The Jailor's Barrel1.0 km
  • The Merchants 16881.0 km
  • The Water Witch0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Tuck0.9 km
  • Cafexpress0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Lancaster City FC Ltd0.9 km
  • Munch American Gourmet, Teddys Pizza & Shakes, Sugar Rush0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.8 km
  • Tesco Express King Street1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Misso Lounge1.0 km
  • Leonardini Gelato1.0 km
  • New Boon Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Windmill Takeaway0.9 km
  • Quays Limited0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Royal Kings Arms Hotel1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lancaster0.8 km
  • Bare Lane3.8 km
  • Morecambe4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Kennedy Close0.2 km
  • Coolidge Avenue0.2 km
  • Laurel Bank0.3 km
  • Jefferson Close0.3 km
  • Westbourne Road0.4 km