Is LA6 1AE a safe place to live?

Yes, LA6 1AE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of LA6 1AE?

The population for the LA6 1AE area is approximately 225 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Lancaster, North West

HILLTOP COTTAGE, LA6 1AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLTOP COTTAGE, LA6 1AE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-08 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

225

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA6 1AE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10

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5/10

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1/10

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5/10

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3/10

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6/10

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1/10

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10/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LA6 1AE spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LA6 1AE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hilltop Cottage, 0.6km from Capernwray in Lancaster. Administratively it sits within Kellet ward and the Morecambe and Lunesdale constituency.

For families considering a move, LA6 1AE represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for LA6 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00127541 (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 LA6 1AE. 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 / British94.8%

Asian / British Asian2.6%

Black / African / Caribbean1.7%

Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

LA6 1AE has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Carnforth4.4 km
Silverdale7.3 km
Wennington7.9 km