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About

Bulk ward is situated on the eastern edge of the city of Lancaster, bordered by the River Lune to the west. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of post-war housing estates and older terraced homes. It contains several local schools and community centers, serving its settled population. The ward's geography slopes gently towards the river, with some areas offering views across the Lune estuary towards Morecambe Bay.

A notable local landmark is the former Lune Mills site, a large industrial complex with a long history of linoleum and floor covering production. The ward is traversed by the Lancaster Canal, which passes through its northern section. Open spaces include the Ryelands Park, providing recreational green space. The area functions as a residential district with direct access to the city centre via Skerton Bridge.

Area overview

On average Bulk has high deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 20.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Bulk is £49,431 per year. There are 4 schools in Bulk: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
20.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Bulk

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £187,000 in Bulk area, with individual transactions ranging from £73,000 up to £485,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bulk in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bulk over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£360,000
Flats20£171,000
Semi-Detached19£235,000
Terraced42£170,000

10 years median price trend in Bulk

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bulk.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.