LA8 8HZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.7km from Crosthwaite in South Lakeland. Administratively it sits within Bowness and Lyth ward and the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LA8, LA8 8HZ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. 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 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 77% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k.
Census 2021 statistics for LA8 8HZ are sourced from Output Area E00097986 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LA8 8HZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LA8 8HZ.
328
51
£ 47,700 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LA8 8HZ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates LA8 8HZ — age 51, 77% ownership, 12% 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 LA8 8HZ. The average age is 50.5. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 430,000
3 sales · Mean £ 493,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
LA8 8HZ has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Crosthwaite CofE School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Windermere6.8 km
- Staveley6.8 km
- Burneside7.7 km
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Postcode Profile: LA88HZ · Data under Open Government Licence