Is LA6 1BD a safe place to live?

Yes, LA6 1BD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in LA6 1BD?

The average property price in LA6 1BD is currently around £601k.

What is the population of LA6 1BD?

The population for the LA6 1BD area is approximately 367 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Lancaster, North West

LA6 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LA6 1BD.

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Population

367

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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7/10

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3/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. LA6 1BD's low deprivation rank, 82% ownership, and £601k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £601k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 119.6% year-on-year.

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

LA6 1BD is a safe, established residential area located 1.2km from Gunnerthwaite in Lancaster. Administratively it sits within Kellet ward and the Morecambe and Lunesdale constituency.

For serious buyers, LA6 1BD is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £601k, up 119.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LA6 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00127537 (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 LA6 1BD. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 0%

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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 560,000

3 sales · Mean £ 521,666

Semi-Detached

£ 597,500

2 sales · Mean £ 597,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

LA6 1BD has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1

Other theft1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wennington5.8 km
Carnforth6.9 km
Silverdale9.3 km

Bus Stops

Kiitchlow Farm0.3 km