Postcode Analysis Copeland, North West

LA18 4AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LA18 4AY.

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Population

250

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 35,400 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA18 4AY 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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7/10
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2/10
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3/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. LA18 4AY's 59% ownership and 45-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

LA18 4AY is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Salthouse in Millom. Administratively it sits within Millom ward and the Copeland constituency.

For families considering a move, LA18 4AY represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for LA18 4AY are sourced from Output Area E00097534 (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 LA18 4AY. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

LA18 4AY has low crime rates — 46 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 offences61
Criminal damage and arson24
Public order13
Anti-social behaviour7
Drugs6

school Local Schools

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St James' Catholic Primary School

Good178 pupils0.1 km
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Millom School

Good516 pupils0.4 km
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Millom Infant School

Good71 pupils0.5 km
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Parkview Nursery School

Good51 pupils0.5 km
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Black Combe Junior School

Good114 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Millom Amateur Operatic Society0.6 km
  • Rowlands0.3 km
  • Scoop Value0.3 km
  • The Vapour Bar0.5 km
  • Bargain Booze0.3 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Millom Rugby League Club0.6 km
  • The Devonshire Arms0.5 km
  • Bear on the Square0.4 km
  • Knights Of St. Columb Club0.1 km
  • Plough Inn0.7 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Bridge Cafe0.5 km
  • Davinci Italia0.5 km
  • Millom Community Church0.4 km
  • Millom Cricket Club0.6 km
  • MNC's0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores Limited0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Curry Spice Take Away Restaurant0.5 km
  • Deano's Plaice0.8 km
  • Dottie's Traditional Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • CK's0.5 km
  • Golden Lotus (Cumbria) Ltd0.4 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Pavilion Hotel0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Millom0.5 km
  • Green Road3.9 km
  • Askam4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Millom Rail Station0.5 km