Postcode Analysis Barrow-in-Furness, North West

LA15 8BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LA15 8BF.

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Population

324

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA15 8BF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

LA15 8BF is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

LA15 8BF is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Mill Brow in Dalton-in-Furness. Administratively it sits within Dalton North ward and the Barrow and Furness constituency.

For families considering a move, LA15 8BF represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for LA15 8BF are sourced from Output Area E00096774 (shared with 7 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 LA15 8BF. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

LA15 8BF has low crime rates — 42 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 offences59
Criminal damage and arson38
Anti-social behaviour21
Public order15
Drugs11

school Local Schools

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Chapel Street Infants and Nursery School

Good122 pupils0.2 km
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Dowdales School

Good819 pupils0.3 km
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George Romney Junior School

Good103 pupils0.3 km
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Dalton St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good229 pupils0.7 km
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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, Dalton-In-Furness

Good0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Beddalls0.2 km
  • Greggs0.1 km
  • Express Markets0.2 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Post Office0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Brown Cow Inn0.5 km
  • Bridge Inn0.6 km
  • Dalton Cricket Club0.5 km
  • Hall Street Masonic Club0.1 km
  • Horse and Jockey0.3 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Anthony's @ the chocolate room0.1 km
  • Brizzolaris Bar0.2 km
  • High Tide Cafe Bar0.1 km
  • The Bakehouse1.0 km
  • Hartleys0.2 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group0.1 km
  • McColls0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Bodrum Continental0.2 km
  • Dragon Chinese0.2 km
  • Jade Palace0.4 km
  • Kitchen Wizard0.3 km
  • La Luna0.3 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Clarence0.4 km
  • Number 19 Guest House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dalton0.4 km
  • Askam3.8 km
  • Roose4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Dalton Rail Station0.4 km