LA16 7AU is a safe, established residential area on Crossley Street, 0.5km from Lots, The in Askam in Furness. Administratively it sits within Dalton North ward and the Barrow and Furness constituency.
For families considering a move, LA16 7AU represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for LA16 7AU are sourced from Output Area E00096765 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROSSLEY STREET, LA16 7AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROSSLEY STREET, LA16 7AU.
318
44
£ 40,300 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
LA16 7AU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LA16 7AU. The average age is 43.7. 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
Terraced
£ 130,000
4 sales · Mean £ 113,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LA16 7AU has low crime rates — 19 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.
school Local Schools
Askam Village School
Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Mabels Bakery0.3 km
- Ireleth Village Store1.0 km
- Estuary Fine Foods0.5 km
- Southwards Farm Shop Ltd0.5 km
- The Lile Superstore0.1 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- London House0.5 km
- Railway Inn0.6 km
- Duddon Sports and Social Club0.6 km
- Dunnerholm Golf Club1.0 km
- Askam Rugby League Club0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Southwards Barn - Platform One0.5 km
- Happy Garden Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Polly's Plaice0.3 km
- Southwards Takeaway0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Askam0.5 km
- Dalton4.1 km
- Millom4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Askam Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: LA167AU · Data under Open Government Licence