Postcode LA1 3PZ is located in an urban city, within the Bulk ward of Lancaster in the North West region, and forms part of the Lancaster Central area. It has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income per household in Lancaster Central is £45,469 per year. The nearest station is Lancaster located about 0.6 miles away. There are 7 primary and 5 secondary schools in the area. There are 5 parks nearby, closest large park is Williamson Park.
Lancaster Central has a high level of deprivation, ranked at position 8,277 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 25% most deprived areas in England.
Lancaster Central has a moderate crime rate, with approximately 52.2 reported incidents per 1,000 population each year.
Approximately 2.5% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 16.4% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income per household in Lancaster Central is £45,469 per year.
No significant noise sources from railways or roads near LA1 3PZ.
Lancaster Central near LA1 3PZ has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
The nearest station is Lancaster located about 0.6 miles away. There are 1 stations nearby.
| Distance | Name | Lines | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.6 mi | Lancaster | N/A | Walking directions to Lancaster |
| Distance | Name | Size | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mi | Williamson Park | Large | Walking directions to Williamson Park |
| 0.2 mi | Whalley Playing Field | Medium | Walking directions to Whalley Playing Field |
| 0.3 mi | Highfield Recreation Ground | Small | Walking directions to Highfield Recreation Ground |
Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £185,500 in Bulk area, with individual transactions ranging from £58,000 up to £480,000.
Price distribution per property type (last year)
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 5 | £418,000 |
| Flats | 13 | £160,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 16 | £262,500 |
| Terraced | 44 | £171,500 |
10 year median price trend in Bulk
In the LA1 3PZ postcode area, located within Lancaster Central, there are 7 primary and 5 secondary schools in close proximity.
15 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of LA1 3PZ
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 mi | Moorgate Off Licence | 39-41 Moor Gate, Lancaster, LA1 3PY | Walking directions to Moorgate Off Licence |
| 0.1 mi | Luckeysł | 48-50 Ullswater Road, Lancaster, LA1 3PP | Walking directions to Luckeysł |
| 0.2 mi | The Corner Shop | Ullswater Road, Lancaster, LA1 3HF | Walking directions to The Corner Shop |
| 0.2 mi | Kwik Mart | 43a Bulk Road, Lancaster, LA1 1DW | Walking directions to Kwik Mart |
| 0.3 mi | Moorlands Convenience Store | 21 Dumbarton Road, Lancaster, LA1 3BX | Walking directions to Moorlands Convenience Store |
Annual council tax rates for Lancaster district (2025-26).
Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.
Elected local representatives for LA1 3PZ, including ward councillors and the local member of parliament.
Caroline Jackson
Bulk - Elected 4 May 2023
Jack Lenox
Bulk - Elected 4 May 2023
Sam Riches
Bulk - Elected 4 May 2023
Cat Smith
Lancaster and Wyre - Elected 4 Jul 2024
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.