LA7 7BW is a well-regarded residential area located 0.5km from Hale in South Lakeland. Administratively it sits within Kent Estuary ward and the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LA7, LA7 7BW offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
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 LA7 7BW are sourced from Output Area E00097760 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LA7 7BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LA7 7BW.
359
52
£ 44,700 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LA7 7BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. LA7 7BW's low deprivation rank, 79% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LA7 7BW. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Lakeland Wildlife Oasis Ltd0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Fell End Caravan Park Restaurant0.5 km
- The Tavern @ Hale0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hale Green Farmhouse0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Silverdale4.0 km
- Arnside4.4 km
- Carnforth7.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LA77BW · Data under Open Government Licence