Postcode Analysis Lancaster, North West

LAUREL BANK, LA1 5LN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAUREL BANK, LA1 5LN.

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Population

331

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British89.7%
Asian / British Asian4.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed5.8%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 25%
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

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.

Anti-social behaviour40
Violence and sexual offences40
Criminal damage and arson15
Burglary11
Other crime8

school Local Schools

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Appletree Nursery School

Outstanding59 pupils0.3 km
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Willow Lane Community Primary School

Good198 pupils0.5 km
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Lancaster Dallas Road Community Primary School

Good406 pupils0.8 km
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Lancaster Girls' Grammar School

Good1010 pupils0.8 km
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Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy

Outstanding1754 pupils1.1 km
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The Loyne Specialist School

Outstanding114 pupils1.3 km
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Our Lady's Catholic College

Requires Improvement1003 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
  • Tesco Express King Street0.9 km
fastfood

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
local_bar

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
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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