Postcode Analysis Lancaster, North West

POND TERRACE, LA5 9BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POND TERRACE, LA5 9BL.

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Population

350

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 42,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

LA5 9BL is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

LA5 9BL is a mixed residential area on Pond Terrace, 0.2km from Carnforth in Carnforth. Administratively it sits within Carnforth & Millhead ward and the Morecambe and Lunesdale constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LA5 9BL offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £117k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LA5 9BL are sourced from Output Area E00127367 (shared with 45 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 9BL. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%
Asian / British Asian3.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 117,000

3 sales · Mean £ 116,333

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

Crime around LA5 9BL is moderate at 67 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 offences40
Anti-social behaviour33
Criminal damage and arson11
Other crime5
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Carnforth Community Primary School

Good112 pupils0.3 km
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Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good115 pupils0.4 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Carnforth

Good76 pupils0.7 km
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Carnforth High School

Good643 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.2 km
  • E.H Booth & Co.Ltd0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Carnforth Service Station0.7 km
  • Carnforth Heritage Centre0.2 km
  • Greggs0.2 km
  • Mighty Bites0.7 km
  • Sweet Treats0.2 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Royal Station Hotel0.2 km
  • Carnforth Ex-Servicemans Club0.2 km
  • Carnforth Hotel0.3 km
  • Conservative Club0.1 km
  • The Snug Micropub0.2 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Brief Encounter Bistro & Bar0.3 km
  • Cafe Edelweiss0.1 km
  • Carnforth Town Council0.3 km
  • The Boardroom0.2 km
  • Fab Floral0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Cafe Masala Limited0.1 km
  • China Essence0.2 km
  • North Road Chippy0.3 km
  • Peking Chinese0.2 km
  • SillyZ0.2 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Carnforth0.2 km
  • Silverdale5.0 km
  • Bare Lane7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • War Memorial0.1 km
  • Railway Station0.1 km
  • Carnforth Rail Station0.2 km
  • Rail Station0.2 km
  • Scotland Road0.2 km