Postcode Analysis Barrow-in-Furness, North West

SHARP STREET, LA16 7BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHARP STREET, LA16 7BN.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

54%

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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8/10
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2/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
paymentsAffluence
4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates LA16 7BN — age 44, 80% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 18.3% year-on-year.

home £110,000 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LA16 7BN is a safe, established residential area on Sharp Street, 0.5km from Lots, The in Askam in Furness. Administratively it sits within Dalton North ward and the Barrow and Furness constituency.

For families considering a move, LA16 7BN represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £110k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 18.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LA16 7BN are sourced from Output Area E00096765 (shared with 6 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 LA16 7BN. The average age is 43.7. 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 Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 89,975

24 sales · Mean £ 89,100

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

LA16 7BN has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences29
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order5
Other crime3
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Askam Village School

Good160 pupils0.2 km
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Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School

Good73 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Mabels Bakery0.2 km
  • Ireleth Village Store0.9 km
  • Estuary Fine Foods0.4 km
  • Southwards Farm Shop Ltd0.4 km
  • The Lile Superstore0.0 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • London House0.5 km
  • Railway Inn0.5 km
  • Duddon Sports and Social Club0.6 km
  • Askam Rugby League Club0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Southwards Barn - Platform One0.4 km
  • Happy Garden Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Polly's Plaice0.2 km
  • Southwards Takeaway0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Askam0.5 km
  • Dalton4.0 km
  • Millom4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Askam Rail Station0.4 km