Postcode Analysis Barrow-in-Furness, North West

DUKE STREET, LA16 7AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUKE STREET, LA16 7AE.

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Population

311

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA16 7AE 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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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LA16 7AE spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

home £190,500 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LA16 7AE is a safe, established residential area on Duke Street, 0.4km from Lots, The in Askam in Furness. Administratively it sits within Dalton North ward and the Barrow and Furness constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.

Census 2021 statistics for LA16 7AE are sourced from Output Area E00096766 (shared with 6 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 LA16 7AE. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 74,000

3 sales · Mean £ 82,000

Semi-Detached

£ 220,000

5 sales · Mean £ 226,200

Detached

£ 285,000

3 sales · Mean £ 272,166

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

LA16 7AE has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences29
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order5
Other crime2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Askam Village School

Good160 pupils0.1 km
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Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School

Good73 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Mabels Bakery0.2 km
  • Ireleth Village Store0.8 km
  • Estuary Fine Foods0.5 km
  • Southwards Farm Shop Ltd0.5 km
  • The Lile Superstore0.1 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • London House0.6 km
  • Railway Inn0.5 km
  • Duddon Sports and Social Club0.6 km
  • Askam Rugby League Club0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Southwards Barn - Platform One0.5 km
  • Happy Garden Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Polly's Plaice0.2 km
  • Southwards Takeaway0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Askam0.5 km
  • Dalton3.9 km
  • Millom5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Askam Rail Station0.5 km