Postcode Analysis Lancaster, North West

BUCKINGHAM ROAD, LA3 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUCKINGHAM ROAD, LA3 1BD.

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

318

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 34,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA3 1BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 40, LA3 1BD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

LA3 1BD is a safe, established residential area on Buckingham Road, 0.2km from Sandylands in Morecambe. Administratively it sits within Harbour ward and the Morecambe and Lunesdale constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k.

Census 2021 statistics for LA3 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00127445 (shared with 16 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 LA3 1BD. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 230,000

1 sales · Mean £ 230,000

Semi-Detached

£ 146,000

3 sales · Mean £ 145,666

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

LA3 1BD has low crime rates — 47 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 offences98
Anti-social behaviour69
Other theft32
Criminal damage and arson24
Public order8

school Local Schools

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Bay Leadership Academy

Good664 pupils0.1 km
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West End Primary School

Good175 pupils0.5 km
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Morecambe and Heysham Sandylands Community Primary School

Good420 pupils0.7 km
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Morecambe and Heysham Westgate Primary School

Good590 pupils0.8 km
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Morecambe Bay Community Primary School

Good314 pupils1.4 km
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Mossgate Primary School

Good209 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Beaches Mini Market0.9 km
  • Evolution Supplements0.8 km
  • Supersave Convenience Store0.7 km
  • Cross Roads Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Eggcup0.7 km
  • + 18 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Church by the Bay0.4 km
  • Morecambe Tandoori Restaurant0.7 km
  • The Beach House Cafe0.6 km
  • Anchor Housing0.9 km
  • More Music0.6 km
  • + 8 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Pizza Time0.7 km
  • Garden of Eden0.6 km
  • Yang Sing0.6 km
  • Spice Room0.7 km
  • Atkinsons Fish & Chip Restaurant & Takeaway0.7 km
  • + 12 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Clarendon Hotel0.7 km
  • HY Two Clifton0.7 km
  • The Sanderling0.7 km
  • The Sea Crest0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Boardwalk0.8 km
  • Morecambe Cricket Club0.8 km
  • Clarendon Hotel0.7 km
  • Morecambe & Heysham Constitutional Club0.7 km
  • The Exchange0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • B and M Retail0.8 km
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Morecambe1.0 km
  • Bare Lane2.9 km
  • Heysham Port4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Regent Park0.1 km
  • Regent Park0.1 km
  • Albert Road0.2 km
  • Regency Caravan Park0.2 km
  • Heysham School0.2 km