How much do houses cost in LA8 0AU?

The average property price in LA8 0AU is currently around £495k.

What is the population of LA8 0AU?

The population for the LA8 0AU area is approximately 331 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Lakeland, North West

LA8 0AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LA8 0AU.

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Population

331

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,900 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA8 0AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income 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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8/10

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Area Character

LA8 0AU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £495k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £495k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

LA8 0AU is a mixed residential area located 0.7km from Mill Holme in South Lakeland. Administratively it sits within Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale ward and the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LA8, LA8 0AU offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Prices average £495k.

Census 2021 statistics for LA8 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00098077 (shared with 25 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 LA8 0AU. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 36%

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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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 495,000

1 sales · Mean £ 495,000

Terraced

£ 340,000

1 sales · Mean £ 340,000

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Oxenholme Lake District4.1 km
Kendal5.9 km
Burneside8.8 km