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Skerton & Vale

About

Skerton & Vale is a residential area in Lancaster, located just north of the city centre. It is bordered by the River Lune to the west, providing scenic views and green spaces along its banks. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces and more modern developments, catering to a range of residents. Skerton Bridge, a historic crossing over the Lune, connects the area to the city centre.

The area has local amenities such as shops, schools, and community centres, serving the needs of its residents. Skerton Park offers recreational space, while nearby Williamson Park is a larger green area with walking trails. Public transport links provide easy access to Lancaster’s city centre and surrounding areas. Skerton & Vale is a practical and well-connected neighbourhood with a strong sense of community.

Area overview

On average Skerton & Vale has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 137 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Skerton & Vale is £33,400 per year. There are 4 schools in Skerton & Vale: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

137

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Skerton & Vale Population

8,283

Population density

5,073.8 per km²

Demographics

British

7,350

88.74%

Other White

408

4.93%

Chinese

0.83%

African

0.71%

Other Asian

0.68%

Total population: 8,283

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,036

27.75%

Owns outright

996

26.67%

Private landlord or letting agency

678

18.16%

Social rents from council

669

17.92%

Other social rented

219

5.87%

Total households: 3,734

Property prices in Skerton & Vale

Based on 103 recent sales, the median property price is £165,000 in Skerton & Vale area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £400,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Skerton & Vale over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	4	£295,625	£237,500	£267,500	£333,438	£386,688
Flats	4	£106,250	£74,200	£91,000	£120,125	£133,625
Semi-Detached	51	£192,500	£128,500	£171,250	£211,000	£240,000
Terraced	44	£132,500	£83,250	£110,000	£148,488	£189,900

10 years median price trend in Skerton & Vale

All postcodes in Skerton & Vale

LA12LP

Elmsdale Close

LA12LZ

Noel Road

LA12DW

Ashbourne Drive

LA12JA

Wensley Drive

LA12NQ

Barley Cop Lane

LA12JX

Hammerton Hall Lane

LA12AF

Earl Street

LA12DF

Daisy Street

LA12HP

Wray Court

LA12HQ

Richmond Avenue

LA12LU

Clare Road

LA12PF

Mayfield Avenue

LA12AD

Derby Road

LA12HG

Howgill Avenue

LA12JP

Hathaway Road

LA12SE

St Chad's Drive

LA12BE

Mainway

LA12BW

Norfolk Street

LA12LT

Clare Road

LA12PG

Price Close

LA12BH

Main Street

LA12ER

Green Lane

LA12DD

Main Street

LA12EH

Woodlands Road

LA12JH

Owen Road

LA12PB

Morley Close

LA12RQ

Skerton & Vale

LA12BF

The Sidings

LA12HE

Halton Road

LA12JJ

Owen Road

LA12ND

Baker Street

LA12NR

Edenvale Crescent

LA12NY

Mayfield Avenue

LA12DB

Gardner Road

LA12ED

Hill Road

LA12EP

Ellwood Avenue

LA12JZ

Farleton Court

LA12LJ

Peel Avenue

LA12LW

Skerton & Vale

LA12HN

Central Avenue

LA12JB

Tan Hill Drive

LA12JU

Hammerton Hall Lane

LA12LG

Owen Road

LA12LS

Noel Road

LA12AH

Greyhound Bridge Road

LA12AN

Skerton & Vale

LA12BZ

Olive Road

LA12DQ

Ashbourne Drive

LA12DU

Aldrens Lane

LA12JQ

Locka Lane

LA12PE

Granville Road

LA12EQ

Whalley Road

LA12EY

Beaumont Place

LA12LL

Owen Road

LA12LY

Fairhope Avenue

LA12NF

Oxford Place

LA12JG

Owen Road

LA12JL

Vale Road

LA12NN

Edenvale Road

LA12PD

Morley Close

LA12AB

Derby Road

LA12EJ

Moss Place

LA12EL

Pollard Place

LA12HB

Selby Avenue

LA12HF

Howgill Avenue

LA12HS

Hammerton Hall Lane

LA12RW

Ayrton View

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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