Postcode Analysis Lancaster, North West

RUSKIN GROVE, LA5 8HL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUSKIN GROVE, LA5 8HL.

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Population

282

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 43,000 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LA5 8HL combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£213k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

LA5 8HL is a sought-after residential area on Ruskin Grove, 0.5km from Bolton-le-Sands in Bolton-le-Sands. Administratively it sits within Bolton & Slyne ward and the Morecambe and Lunesdale constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LA5, LA5 8HL offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 90% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £213k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for LA5 8HL are sourced from Output Area E00127339 (shared with 5 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 LA5 8HL. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 181,700

12 sales · Mean £ 196,216

Detached

£ 232,000

1 sales · Mean £ 232,000

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

LA5 8HL 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.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson6
Shoplifting5
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Bolton-le-Sands Church of England Primary School

Good310 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Bay View Garden Centre and Restaurant0.4 km
  • Far Pavilion0.3 km
  • Archers Cafe1.0 km
  • Ellel WOW Group0.1 km
  • Bay View Caravan Park0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Blue Anchor0.5 km
  • Royal Hotel0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Packet Bridge Fish and Chips0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Well Pharmacy0.1 km
  • J.C Bowker0.2 km
  • Sugar and Spice0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op Bolton Le Sands0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Carnforth2.7 km
  • Bare Lane4.8 km
  • Morecambe6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Brookfield View0.1 km
  • Royal Hotel0.1 km
  • Lowlands Road0.1 km
  • Lowlands Road0.2 km
  • Post Office0.2 km