LA18 4DH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wellington Street, 0.5km from Millom in Millom. Administratively it sits within Millom ward and the Copeland constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £44k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 52.3% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LA18 4DH are sourced from Output Area E00097532 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WELLINGTON STREET, LA18 4DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLINGTON STREET, LA18 4DH.
273
38
£ 35,400 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LA18 4DH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LA18 4DH is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 52.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LA18 4DH. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 42,000
5 sales · Mean £ 54,100
Semi-Detached
£ 55,500
1 sales · Mean £ 55,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LA18 4DH has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St James' Catholic Primary School
Millom Infant School
Parkview Nursery School
Millom School
Black Combe Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Millom Amateur Operatic Society0.6 km
- Rowlands0.1 km
- Scoop Value0.1 km
- The Vapour Bar0.4 km
- Bargain Booze0.2 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Millom Rugby League Club0.4 km
- The Devonshire Arms0.4 km
- Bear on the Square0.3 km
- Knights Of St. Columb Club0.2 km
- Plough Inn0.7 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Bridge Cafe0.4 km
- Davinci Italia0.4 km
- Millom Community Church0.6 km
- Millom Cricket Club0.6 km
- MNC's0.7 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores Limited0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Curry Spice Take Away Restaurant0.4 km
- Deano's Plaice0.8 km
- Dottie's Traditional Fish & Chips0.1 km
- CK's0.4 km
- Golden Lotus (Cumbria) Ltd0.4 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Pavilion Hotel0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Millom0.5 km
- Green Road4.1 km
- Askam4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Millom Rail Station0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: LA184DH · Data under Open Government Licence