LA3 1AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Scott Road, 0.2km from Sandylands in Morecambe. Administratively it sits within Harbour ward and the Morecambe and Lunesdale constituency.
For families considering a move, LA3 1AL represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 21.8% 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 LA3 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00127476 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCOTT ROAD, LA3 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCOTT ROAD, LA3 1AL.
266
42
£ 34,700 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LA3 1AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LA3 1AL spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (42) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 21.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LA3 1AL. The average age is 42.3. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 130,000
5 sales · Mean £ 134,000
Detached
£ 115,000
1 sales · Mean £ 115,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LA3 1AL is moderate at 68 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
Bay Leadership Academy
West End Primary School
Morecambe and Heysham Sandylands Community Primary School
Morecambe and Heysham Westgate Primary School
Morecambe Bay Community Primary School
Mossgate Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Beaches Mini Market0.7 km
- Evolution Supplements0.8 km
- Little Supermarket0.8 km
- Supersave Convenience Store0.5 km
- Cross Roads Convenience Store0.6 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Church by the Bay0.2 km
- KFC0.9 km
- Morecambe Tandoori Restaurant0.5 km
- The Beach House Cafe0.4 km
- Anchor Housing0.8 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Pizza Time0.5 km
- Garden of Eden0.4 km
- Yang Sing0.4 km
- Spice Room0.5 km
- Atkinsons Fish & Chip Restaurant & Takeaway0.5 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Clarendon Hotel0.6 km
- HY Two Clifton0.5 km
- The Sanderling0.6 km
- The Sea Crest0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Boardwalk0.6 km
- Morecambe Cricket Club0.9 km
- Clarendon Hotel0.6 km
- Morecambe & Heysham Constitutional Club0.4 km
- The Exchange0.4 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- B and M Retail0.8 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Morecambe1.0 km
- Bare Lane3.0 km
- Heysham Port4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Park Hotel0.2 km
- Heysham School0.2 km
- Park Hotel0.2 km
- Regent Park0.2 km
- Regent Park0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LA31AL · Data under Open Government Licence