Postcode Analysis Barrow-in-Furness, North West

MOUNT PLEASANT, LA15 8BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNT PLEASANT, LA15 8BH.

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Population

260

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LA15 8BH spans multiple life stages — average age 47, 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

LA15 8BH is a safe, established residential area on Mount Pleasant, 0.5km from Mill Brow in Dalton-in-Furness. Administratively it sits within Dalton South ward and the Barrow and Furness constituency.

For families considering a move, LA15 8BH represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £60k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LA15 8BH are sourced from Output Area E00096789 (shared with 10 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 8BH. The average age is 47.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Terraced

£ 107,500

2 sales · Mean £ 107,500

Detached

£ 170,000

1 sales · Mean £ 170,000

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

LA15 8BH has low crime rates — 37 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 offences33
Criminal damage and arson18
Anti-social behaviour13
Other theft8
Public order8

school Local Schools

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Dowdales School

Good819 pupils0.3 km
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George Romney Junior School

Good103 pupils0.6 km
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Chapel Street Infants and Nursery School

Good122 pupils0.6 km
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Dalton St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good229 pupils0.9 km
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Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School, Dalton-In-Furness

Good1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Beddalls0.4 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Express Markets0.7 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Post Office0.4 km
  • + 3 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Brown Cow Inn0.4 km
  • Bridge Inn0.9 km
  • Dalton Cricket Club0.9 km
  • Hall Street Masonic Club0.6 km
  • Horse and Jockey0.7 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Anthony's @ the chocolate room0.5 km
  • Brizzolaris Bar0.4 km
  • High Tide Cafe Bar0.4 km
  • Hartleys0.3 km
  • Nicha's Thai Kitchen0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group0.5 km
  • McColls0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Bodrum Continental0.5 km
  • Dragon Chinese0.7 km
  • Jade Palace0.8 km
  • Kitchen Wizard0.7 km
  • La Luna0.7 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Clarence0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dalton0.7 km
  • Askam3.7 km
  • Roose4.7 km