LA1 5LN is a sought-after residential area on Laurel Bank, 0.2km from Abraham Heights in Lancaster. Administratively it sits within Marsh ward and the Lancaster and Fleetwood constituency.
For serious buyers, LA1 5LN is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £222k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for LA1 5LN are sourced from Output Area E00127381 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LAUREL BANK, LA1 5LN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAUREL BANK, LA1 5LN.
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£ 44,400 /yr
40%
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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LA1 5LN combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£222k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £222k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LA1 5LN. The average age is 40.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 214,000
4 sales · Mean £ 200,750
Terraced
£ 630,000
1 sales · Mean £ 630,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LA1 5LN has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Appletree Nursery School
Willow Lane Community Primary School
Lancaster Dallas Road Community Primary School
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School
Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy
The Loyne Specialist School
Our Lady's Catholic College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Rose of Sharon0.9 km
- Marsh Food Club0.4 km
- Carters Cakes0.7 km
- Spar0.3 km
- J Atkinson & Co0.9 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- The Castle Cafe: Atkinsons Coffee Roaster0.9 km
- Tuck0.7 km
- Old Bell0.9 km
- Printroom Cafe & Bar0.7 km
- Cafexpress0.6 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Tesco Express King Street0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Misso Lounge0.9 km
- Boba Boba0.9 km
- Leonardini Gelato0.9 km
- New Boon Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Windmill Takeaway0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- John O'Gaunt0.9 km
- Runner Duck Wine Room1.0 km
- The Jailor's Barrel0.9 km
- The Merchants 16880.9 km
- The Sun Hotel1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Royal Kings Arms Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lancaster0.6 km
- Bare Lane3.5 km
- Morecambe4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Laurel Bank0.1 km
- Coolidge Avenue0.2 km
- Jefferson Close0.2 km
- Westbourne Drive0.2 km
- Denmark Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LA15LN · Data under Open Government Licence