Scotforth West is a residential ward located in the southern part of Lancaster, England. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It borders Scotforth East and is close to the University of Lancaster, making it a practical location for staff and students. The ward includes local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and long-term residents.
Transport links are convenient, with easy access to the A6 road and regular bus services connecting Scotforth West to Lancaster city centre. The area has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with green spaces like Ryelands Park providing recreational opportunities. While largely residential, it maintains a balance between accessibility and a suburban feel, making it a popular choice for those seeking proximity to the city without living in the urban core.
On average Scotforth West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 182 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Scotforth West is £42,884 per year. There are 3 schools in Scotforth West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 60 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Scotforth West area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £1,000,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £475,000; semi-detached at £210,000; terraced at £180,000; flats at £116,250.
10 years price trend in Scotforth West
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Rays Drive
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Chatsworth Road
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Graham Street
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Moorlands & Greaves
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Highgrove Road
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Hall Park
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Heaton Road
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Broyd View
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Ashton Road
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Scotforth Road
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Piccadilly Close
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Devonshire Street
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Newsham Place
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Bridge Road
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Ashford Road
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Piccadilly Grove
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Ashton Road
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Hastings Road
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Lily Grove
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Alma Road
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Ashton Road
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Corricks Lane
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Ashton Road
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Ardengate
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Ashton Road
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Bridge Road
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Cinder Lane
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Ashton Road
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Marsh, Haverbreaks & Scotforth West
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Brettarch Drive
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Corricks Lane
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Eden Park
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Scotforth Road
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Aldcliffe Hall Lane
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Aldcliffe Hall Lane
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Lawson Close
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Ashford Road
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Ashton Road
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Scotforth Road
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Aldcliffe Road
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Brettargh Close
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Ashton Road
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Acorn Close
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Rossmoyne Road
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Fern Bank
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Scotforth Road
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Brunton Road
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Brettarch Drive
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Scotforth Road
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Aldcliffe Road
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Jensen Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.