3,345TOTAL POPULATION
1,379HOUSEHOLDS
5.2%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£38,480AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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LA16 POSTCODE REGION

Lancaster (LA16)

The LA16 postcode area is located in the Lancaster postcode town region, within the county of Cumbria, and contains a total of 120 individual postcodes.

There are 2 electoral wards in the LA16 postcode area, including Ambleside, Askam-In-Furness, Barrow-In-Furness, Broughton-In-Furness, Carnforth, Coniston, Dalton-In-Furness, Grange-Over-Sands, Kendal, Kirkby-In-Furness, Lancaster, Millom, Milnthorpe, Morecambe, Sedbergh, Ulverston, Windermere which come under the local authority of the Barrow-in-Furness Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 16% of people in LA16 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of LA16 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The LA16 postcode is a geographically diverse four-digit postcode in the South Lakeland district of Cumbria, England. It covers parts of Cartmell Fell, Cooper House, Ireby, and Askam-in-Furness. The Kendal post office, located in the historic Market Town of Kendal, serves the northern part of the postcode, while Barrow post office serves the south.

The LA16 postcode is an area of natural beauty, with beaches, hills, mountains, and forests. The Cartmell Fell area features panoramic views, quiet rivers, and abundant bird and wildlife. Cooper House, located within the postcode, is a haunted house dating back to 1612. Ireby is a charming village with traditional houses and a large village green, while Askam-in-Furness is a small coastal town with a sweeping beach and quiet harbour.

The postcode is well-served by a variety of transport links; the M6 motorway runs through it, while there are several bus routes in the area. The closest train station is Ulverston, located 4 miles away.

LA16 is home to a number of schools, including the Cartmell Primary School, Ireby Primary School, and Askam Greystone Primary School. The Westmorland Shopping Centre in Kendal is located in the postcode, as well as a variety of pubs, restaurants, cafes, and shops.

LA16 provides a bustling, yet peaceful area for people to live and work. Its stunning natural landscapes offer residents plenty of opportunities to explore, while its convenient transport links make travel to major towns and cities easy. Residents here can enjoy a diverse, vibrant lifestyle, combined with plenty of opportunities for rest and relaxation.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90%WORKING
  • 10%UNEMPLOYED

10% of people in LA16 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 16%AB
  • 53%C2/C2
  • 32%DE

According to census records, 16% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 97%WHITE
  • 3%NON-WHITE

97% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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LA16Cumbria

Cumbria

The county of Cumbria

LA16 is located in the county of Cumbria, in England.

Cumbria has a total population of 497,900, making it the 41st largest county in the UK.

Cumbria has a total area of 2612 square miles, and a population density of 73 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Cumbria Postal Town Map
Outward CodeLA16
Postal TownLancaster
MSOA NameBarrow-in-Furness 001
LSOA NameBarrow-in-Furness 001A
CountyCumbria
RegionCumbria
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityBarrow-in-Furness
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

LA16 Electoral Wards

The postal region of LA16, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Askam in Furness
Dunnerholme
Ireleth
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