Is LA8 0EF a safe place to live?

Yes, LA8 0EF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of LA8 0EF?

The population for the LA8 0EF area is approximately 309 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Lakeland, North West

ALEXANDER DRIVE, LA8 0EF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALEXANDER DRIVE, LA8 0EF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

309

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /yr

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Employed

54%

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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7/10

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1/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. LA8 0EF's 64% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

LA8 0EF is a safe, established residential area on Alexander Drive, 0.1km from Summerlands in South Lakeland. Administratively it sits within Levens and Crooklands ward and the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for LA8 0EF are sourced from Output Area E00097816 (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 LA8 0EF. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

54%Active

FT: 33%

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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LA8 0EF has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1

Public order1

Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

Crosscrake CofE Primary School

Good71 pupils1.2 km

St Patrick's CofE School

Good84 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

The Spit N Crackle Ltd1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Oxenholme Lake District3.8 km
Kendal7.0 km
Burneside9.9 km