Postcode Analysis Lancaster, North West

FORSTER CLOSE, LA2 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORSTER CLOSE, LA2 0BL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

499

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA2 0BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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10/10
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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

LA2 0BL is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £348k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

LA2 0BL is a safe, established residential area on Forster Close, 0.1km from Galgate in Galgate. Administratively it sits within Ellel ward and the Lancaster and Fleetwood constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £348k.

Census 2021 statistics for LA2 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00127413 (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 LA2 0BL. The average age is 37.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.1%
Asian / British Asian5.4%
Black / African / Caribbean2.2%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 299,995

12 sales · Mean £ 321,322

Semi-Detached

£ 208,500

6 sales · Mean £ 176,040

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

LA2 0BL has low crime rates — 9 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 offences18
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft5
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Ellel St John the Evangelist Church of England Primary School

Good211 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Plough0.4 km
  • New Inn0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Galgate Village Kebab House0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Spar0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lancaster6.5 km
  • Heysham Port9.5 km
  • Bare Lane9.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Crossroads0.1 km
  • Crossroads0.1 km
  • Police Station0.3 km
  • Police Station0.3 km
  • Plough Hotel0.4 km