Postcode Analysis South Lakeland, North West

HILL TOP COTTAGE, LA8 8PQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILL TOP COTTAGE, LA8 8PQ.

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

321

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 48,600 /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: LA8 8PQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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10/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

LA8 8PQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £366k, 83% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £366k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 135.7% year-on-year.

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

LA8 8PQ is a sought-after residential area on Hill Top Cottage, 0.2km from Levens in Levens. Administratively it sits within Levens and Crooklands ward and the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LA8, LA8 8PQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £366k, up 135.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for LA8 8PQ are sourced from Output Area E00097969 (shared with 22 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 8PQ. The average age is 53.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 515,000

1 sales · Mean £ 515,000

Semi-Detached

£ 218,500

1 sales · Mean £ 218,500

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

LA8 8PQ has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary3
Violence and sexual offences1
Other theft1

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Levens CofE School

Good90 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Levens Village Store0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Hare and Hounds0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxenholme Lake District5.9 km
  • Kendal7.7 km
  • Arnside7.9 km