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Morecambe South West

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About

Morecambe South West is a coastal area in Lancaster, known for its proximity to Morecambe Bay. The district features a mix of residential streets and local amenities, with easy access to the seafront. The area includes green spaces like Happy Mount Park, which offers walking paths and family-friendly facilities.

The neighborhood has a range of housing options, from traditional terraced homes to modern developments. Transport links include local bus routes and the nearby Morecambe railway station, providing connections to Lancaster and beyond. The seafront promenade is a focal point, with views across the bay towards the Lake District.

Area overview

On average Morecambe South West has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 92 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Morecambe South West is £34,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Morecambe South West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
92
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
2.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Morecambe South West Population
5,776
Population density
4,994.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,307
91.93%
Other White
285
4.94%
Irish
21
0.36%
White and Black African (mixed)
20
0.35%
Other Asian
18
0.31%
Total population: 5,773

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
905
37.77%
Owns outright
894
37.31%
Private landlord or letting agency
448
18.7%
Other forms of private rent
69
2.88%
Other social rented
35
1.46%
Total households: 2,396

Property prices in Morecambe South West

Based on 76 recent sales, the median property price is £165,000 in Morecambe South West area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £275,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Morecambe South West 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 Morecambe South West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£250,000
Flats5£80,000
Semi-Detached60£170,975
Terraced10£134,000

10 years median price trend in Morecambe South West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Morecambe South West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.