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West End

Interactive map displaying West End

Crime
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About

West End ward sits on the western edge of Lancaster city centre, primarily a residential area characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing. The ward is bounded by major routes like the A6 and stretches towards the River Lune, creating a defined urban neighbourhood. Its streets form a tight grid pattern, providing housing for a significant student population alongside long-term residents. The area functions largely as a community for those studying at or working for the nearby university.

The ward's landscape is marked by a noticeable slope rising from the river, offering views across the city towards the distant Forest of Bowland. Ashton Memorial can be seen on its hill to the east. A key local feature is the presence of the former Lancaster Moor Hospital site, with its distinctive water tower, which is now being redeveloped. Daily life revolves around local shops, pubs, and takeaways along streets like Gage Street, serving the immediate community's needs.

Area overview

On average West End has very high deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in West End is £34,635 per year. The median sale price in West End is £168,500 (around £190 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £140,000 and £190,000. There are 2 schools in West End: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
9%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in West End

Median price: £168,500
Price per sq ft: £190
Sales (last 12 months): 72
Typical range (middle 50%): £140K – £190K

Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £168,500 (about £190 per square foot) in West End area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £270,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in West End over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached3£187,000£179
Semi-Detached51£174,000£196
Terraced11£169,000£121
Flats7£95,000£139

10-year price trendmedian sale price in West End

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in West End.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£160,000£63,000£110,000£81,500
2017£129,700£55,000£120,000£102,500
2018£175,000£71,500£130,000£108,500
2019£200,000£60,000£130,000£115,000
2020£222,500£86,000£143,000£112,250
2021£250,000£70,000£158,000£127,500
2022£185,500£84,750£170,000£133,500
2023£221,000£80,000£166,000£147,500
2024£215,000£85,000£167,975£158,000
2025£205,000£80,000£175,000£159,000
2026£187,000£108,000£177,000£169,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in West End.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in West End.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£103£86£118£69
2017£185£93£132£94
2018£112£96£141£77
2019£155£102£140£81
2020£127£105£147£71
2021£235£118£159£102
2022£151£111£187£119
2023£210£117£180£120
2024£196£112£184£114
2025£178£123£185£107
2026£179£171£192£121
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in West End.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for West End in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Lancaster district.

Band A£1,669
Band B£1,947
Band C£2,225
Band D£2,503
Band E£3,059
Band F£3,616
Band G£4,172
Band H£5,006

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for West End ward.

Local councillors

David Whitaker

West End - Elected 4 May 2023

Labour Party

Joanne Lindsey Ainscough

West End - Elected 4 May 2023

Labour Party

Margaret Elizabeth Pattison

West End - Elected 4 May 2023

Labour Party