Postcode Analysis Lancaster, North West

KINGSWAY, LA1 1BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KINGSWAY, LA1 1BB.

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

375

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Avg Age

24

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Avg Income

£ 36,000 /yr

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Employed

22%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA1 1BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

LA1 1BB is a student and graduate zone — average age 24, 58% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Moderate crime and budget prices fit the student postcode profile well.

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

LA1 1BB is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Kingsway, 0.2km from Bulk in Lancaster. Administratively it sits within Bulk ward and the Lancaster and Fleetwood constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LA1 1BB offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. With an average age of just 24, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 58% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Lancaster.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £107k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LA1 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00185587 (shared with 6 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 LA1 1BB. The average age is 23.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British60.2%
Asian / British Asian24.8%
Black / African / Caribbean5.8%
Other / Mixed9.2%

Economic Activity

22%Active
FT: 16%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 126,250

2 sales · Mean £ 126,250

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

Crime around LA1 1BB is moderate at 72 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences134
Anti-social behaviour106
Criminal damage and arson44
Shoplifting31
Burglary26

school Local Schools

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Chadwick High School

Good34 pupils0.4 km
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Castle View Primary Academy

Inadequate0.4 km
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Central Lancaster High School

Good571 pupils0.6 km
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St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

Inadequate164 pupils0.7 km
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Our Lady's Catholic College

Requires Improvement1003 pupils0.7 km
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Lancaster Christ Church Church of England Primary School

Good210 pupils0.7 km
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Lancaster Royal Grammar School

Good1260 pupils0.9 km
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The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

Good204 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

32 nearby
  • Poundbakery0.9 km
  • The Card Factory0.9 km
  • Luckeys ZL0.5 km
  • American Candyland0.9 km
  • Beer Store0.7 km
  • + 27 more
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Pub, NightClub

27 nearby
  • John O'Gaunt0.9 km
  • Wagon and Horses0.9 km
  • Brown Cow Inn1.0 km
  • Jimmy's Taphouse0.9 km
  • Lancaster Railway Club0.7 km
  • + 22 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

69 nearby
  • Bier & Twist0.7 km
  • McDonald's Restaurant0.8 km
  • Medusa0.7 km
  • Old Bell0.9 km
  • Quite Simply French0.9 km
  • + 64 more
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Takeaway Shop

38 nearby
  • Boba Boba0.9 km
  • Leonardini Gelato1.0 km
  • Paradise Takeaway0.6 km
  • Millstone Chippy0.8 km
  • Mount Spice0.7 km
  • + 33 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Royal Hotel & Bar0.9 km
  • Lancaster Townhouse0.9 km
  • Royal Kings Arms Hotel0.9 km
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Farmfoods0.3 km
  • Lidl0.1 km
  • Marks & Spencer Plc0.9 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd0.6 km
  • KF Oriental (Food Store)1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Lancaster1.2 km
  • Bare Lane3.5 km
  • Morecambe5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Caton Road0.1 km
  • Mardale Road0.1 km
  • Bulk Road0.1 km
  • Skerton Bridge0.2 km
  • Ladies Walk0.2 km