LA5 9FG is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Carnforth in Carnforth. Administratively it sits within Carnforth & Millhead ward and the Morecambe and Lunesdale constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. 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 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for LA5 9FG are sourced from Output Area E00127367 (shared with 45 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LA5 9FG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LA5 9FG.
350
40
£ 42,400 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 40, LA5 9FG has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LA5 9FG. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LA5 9FG is moderate at 54 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
Carnforth Community Primary School
Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Carnforth
Carnforth High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.3 km
- E.H Booth & Co.Ltd0.3 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Carnforth Service Station0.7 km
- Carnforth Heritage Centre0.2 km
- Greggs0.3 km
- Mighty Bites0.8 km
- Sweet Treats0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Royal Station Hotel0.2 km
- Carnforth Ex-Servicemans Club0.3 km
- Carnforth Hotel0.3 km
- Conservative Club0.2 km
- The Snug Micropub0.2 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Brief Encounter Bistro & Bar0.3 km
- Cafe Edelweiss0.2 km
- Carnforth Town Council0.4 km
- The Boardroom0.3 km
- Fab Floral0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Cafe Masala Limited0.1 km
- China Essence0.3 km
- North Road Chippy0.4 km
- Peking Chinese0.3 km
- SillyZ0.3 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Carnforth0.2 km
- Silverdale4.9 km
- Bare Lane7.6 km
Bus Stops
- Keer Park0.1 km
- Keer Park0.1 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
- Carnforth Rail Station0.2 km
- Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LA59FG · Data under Open Government Licence