Postcode Analysis West Lancashire, North West

RED CAT LANE, L40 0RD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RED CAT LANE, L40 0RD.

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Population

149

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. L40 0RD spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 64.5% year-on-year.

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

L40 0RD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Red Cat Lane, 0.6km from Moss Nook in Burscough. Administratively it sits within Burscough West ward and the West Lancashire constituency.

The people who live in L40 0RD are typical of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £226k, up 64.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for L40 0RD are sourced from Output Area E00129335 (shared with 13 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 L40 0RD. The average age is 51.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 243,000

4 sales · Mean £ 252,750

Semi-Detached

£ 195,500

6 sales · Mean £ 196,750

Terraced

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

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

L40 0RD has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting24
Violence and sexual offences19
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School

Good167 pupils0.6 km
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Burscough Bridge Methodist School

Good50 pupils0.6 km
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Burscough Village Primary School

Good205 pupils0.7 km
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Burscough Priory Academy

Good669 pupils0.9 km
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Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School

Good188 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Spar Stores0.8 km
  • The Lancashire Bread House0.5 km
  • Mersey Vapour0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Cactus Ray's0.6 km
  • Hop Vine0.5 km
  • The Bridge Hotel0.5 km
  • Burscough Cricket Club0.6 km
  • The Sinners Club0.6 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Ali's0.5 km
  • Burscough FC Snack Bar0.5 km
  • DS Smith0.2 km
  • Halo0.6 km
  • Old Packet House0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Superstore0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Original Kebab House0.7 km
  • The Pork Shop0.8 km
  • Burscough Bar0.8 km
  • Village Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Brewsterz0.5 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burscough Bridge0.4 km
  • Burscough Junction1.2 km
  • New Lane1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Red Cat Lane0.1 km
  • Rowan Close0.2 km
  • Rowan Close0.2 km
  • Moss Lane0.2 km
  • Rail Station0.3 km