Postcode Analysis Barrow-in-Furness, North West

FURNACE PLACE, LA16 7BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FURNACE PLACE, LA16 7BU.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 40,300 /yr

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Employed

58%

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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8/10
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2/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

LA16 7BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 89% 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.

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

LA16 7BU is a safe, established residential area on Furnace Place, 0.1km 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 7BU represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. 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. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £109k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LA16 7BU are sourced from Output Area E00096767 (shared with 7 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 7BU. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

£ 99,000

22 sales · Mean £ 102,540

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

LA16 7BU has low crime rates — 18 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 offences25
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order3
Other crime1
Robbery1

school Local Schools

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Askam Village School

Good160 pupils0.4 km
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Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School

Good73 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Mabels Bakery0.6 km
  • Estuary Fine Foods0.8 km
  • Southwards Farm Shop Ltd0.8 km
  • The Lile Superstore0.4 km
  • Angels' Store0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • London House0.9 km
  • Railway Inn0.9 km
  • Duddon Sports and Social Club1.0 km
  • Askam Rugby League Club0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Southwards Barn - Platform One0.8 km
  • Happy Garden Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Polly's Plaice0.6 km
  • Southwards Takeaway0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Askam0.8 km
  • Dalton3.7 km
  • Millom5.1 km