LA14 1BP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Abbey Way, 0.6km from Croslands Park in Barrow-in-Furness. Administratively it sits within Hawcoat and Newbarns ward and the Barrow and Furness constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LA14, LA14 1BP offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 60) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 97% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £357k.
Census 2021 statistics for LA14 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00096805 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBEY WAY, LA14 1BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEY WAY, LA14 1BP.
261
60
£ 48,400 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 97% owner-occupation and an average age of 60, LA14 1BP is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £357k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LA14 1BP. The average age is 60.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 375,000
3 sales · Mean £ 366,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LA14 1BP is moderate at 50 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Chetwynde School
St Bernards Catholic High School, Barrow
St Paul's CofE Junior School
Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
Victoria Infant and Nursery School
Victoria Academy
Newbarns Primary & Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- St Pauls Church0.6 km
- Abbey Mill Coffee Shop0.8 km
- WRVS Tea Bar0.3 km
- University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Morcambe Bay NHS Foundation0.3 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Grange Bakery0.5 km
- Shell Lakeland0.8 km
- Lakes Parade Stores0.5 km
- Furness Abbey Shop0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Barrow Cricket Club0.1 km
- Kings Arms1.0 km
- Co-Op Sports and Social Club0.3 km
- Furness Cricket Club0.8 km
- Strawberry Hotel0.8 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- East Mount House0.9 km
- Langdale House0.6 km
- Chetwynde Hotel0.1 km
- Abbey House Hotel0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Subway Lakeland0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Barrow-In-Furness2.0 km
- Roose2.2 km
- Dalton3.0 km
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Postcode Profile: LA141BP · Data under Open Government Licence