Postcode Analysis South Lakeland, North West

MAIN STREET, LA8 9LN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN STREET, LA8 9LN.

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Population

205

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LA8 9LN 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.

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8/10
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2/10
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1/10
workEmployment
6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

LA8 9LN is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 16.1% year-on-year.

home £207,333 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LA8 9LN is a safe, established residential area on Main Street, 0.2km from Staveley in Staveley (South Lakeland). Administratively it sits within Upper Kent ward and the Westmorland and Lonsdale constituency.

For families considering a move, LA8 9LN represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £207k, up 16.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LA8 9LN are sourced from Output Area E00098031 (shared with 10 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 LA8 9LN. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 200,500

12 sales · Mean £ 206,666

Flat

£ 150,000

2 sales · Mean £ 150,000

Detached

£ 185,000

1 sales · Mean £ 185,000

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

LA8 9LN has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Other crime3
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Staveley CofE School

Good101 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Mr Duffins & The Coffee Den0.0 km
  • Big Onion Community Stall0.1 km
  • Hayton Family Butchers0.0 km
  • Spar Shop0.0 km
  • Staveley Pharmacy0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • The Beehive0.0 km
  • Earthworm Kitchen0.3 km
  • Staveley Chippy0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Wilfs Cafe & Outside Catering0.1 km
  • Cafe Eclec0.1 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hawkshead Beer Hall0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Eagle and Child0.4 km
  • Kimi's Gelato Kitchen0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Staveley0.2 km
  • Burneside4.0 km
  • Windermere5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Staveley Rail Station0.2 km