Postcode Analysis Barrow-in-Furness, North West

FRIARS LANE, LA13 9NR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FRIARS LANE, LA13 9NR.

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Population

317

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 29,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA13 9NR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LA13 9NR spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

LA13 9NR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Friars Lane, 0.1km from Abbotsmead in Barrow-in-Furness. Administratively it sits within Risedale and Roosecote ward and the Barrow and Furness constituency.

For families considering a move, LA13 9NR represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for LA13 9NR are sourced from Output Area E00096917 (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 LA13 9NR. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 136,500

14 sales · Mean £ 140,364

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

LA13 9NR has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences111
Criminal damage and arson23
Public order16
Anti-social behaviour12
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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Cambridge Primary School

Good217 pupils0.4 km
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Parkside Academy

Good292 pupils0.6 km
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Newbridge House PRU

Good60 pupils0.7 km
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Newbarns Primary & Nursery School

Outstanding424 pupils0.8 km
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Roose School

Good192 pupils0.9 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Barrow

Good206 pupils1.0 km
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Furness Academy

Good1117 pupils1.0 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good222 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Lesh Lane Post Office & Newsagent0.5 km
  • Lunchbox Express0.6 km
  • Post Office0.8 km
  • Arnolds1.0 km
  • Bargain Booze0.6 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • One Stop0.2 km
  • Co-op0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Bella Pizza0.6 km
  • AJ's Bistro0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.4 km
  • Great Wall0.4 km
  • Industry Kitchen0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Roose Conservative Club0.8 km
  • Red River Club0.4 km
  • The Ship Inn0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Barrow Community Kitchen0.5 km
  • Brew at Industry0.7 km
  • Life Leisure0.7 km
  • Spring Mount Christian Fellowship0.7 km
  • Cafe Connect0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Roose0.5 km
  • Barrow-In-Furness1.6 km
  • Dalton4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Roose Rail Station0.5 km