LA5 0BS is a sought-after residential area on Back Lane, 0.2km from Arnside in Arnside. Administratively it sits within Kent Estuary ward and the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LA5, LA5 0BS offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £423k.
Census 2021 statistics for LA5 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00097748 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BACK LANE, LA5 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACK LANE, LA5 0BS.
255
54
£ 44,700 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LA5 0BS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates LA5 0BS — age 54, 84% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 LA5 0BS. The average age is 54.0. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 455,000
5 sales · Mean £ 436,000
Detached
£ 425,000
1 sales · Mean £ 425,000
Flat
£ 360,000
2 sales · Mean £ 360,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LA5 0BS has low crime rates — 8 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
Arnside National CofE School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Arnside House0.3 km
- The Coast Office0.3 km
- Bullough's Londis0.5 km
- The Little Shop0.2 km
- The Bakehouse0.3 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- JJ Crossfields0.2 km
- The Albion Hotel0.2 km
- Ye Olde Fighting Cocks0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Kentwood Guest House0.2 km
- Parkside Guest House0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Sandpipers0.2 km
- Wayside Cafe0.6 km
- Arnside Beach Hut0.2 km
- Waddington Home Interiors0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Arnside Chip Shop0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Arnside0.6 km
- Silverdale4.0 km
- Grange-Over-Sands4.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LA50BS · Data under Open Government Licence