Postcode LA1 4LJ is located in an urban city, within the Scotforth East ward of Lancaster in the North West region, and forms part of the University, Galgate & Dolphinholme area. It has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47.9 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in University, Galgate & Dolphinholme is £43,500 per year. The nearest station is Lancaster located about 1.8 miles away. There are 4 primary and no secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest medium park is Barton Road Playing Field.
University, Galgate & Dolphinholme has a low level of deprivation, ranked at position 25,731 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the bottom 22% least deprived areas in England.
University, Galgate & Dolphinholme has a low crime rate, with approximately 47.9 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 1.6% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 3.0% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in University, Galgate & Dolphinholme is £43,500 per year.
Medium noise level (60.0-64.9 dB) from road, approximately 24 ft away from LA1 4LJ.
University, Galgate & Dolphinholme near LA1 4LJ 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 1.8 miles away. There are no other stations nearby.
| Distance | Name | Size | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | Barton Road Playing Field | Medium | Walking directions to Barton Road Playing Field |
Based on 45 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 in Scotforth East area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £625,000.
Price distribution per property type (last year)
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 14 | £371,150 |
| Flats | 3 | £145,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 20 | £260,000 |
| Terraced | 8 | £185,000 |
10 year median price trend in Scotforth East
In the LA1 4LJ postcode area, located within University, Galgate & Dolphinholme, there are 4 primary and 0 secondary schools in close proximity.
4 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of LA1 4LJ
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mi | Bargain Booze | Lentworth Drive, Lancaster, LA1 4RQ | Walking directions to Bargain Booze |
| 0.4 mi | Booths | Hala Road, Lancaster, LA1 4SG | Walking directions to Booths |
| 0.4 mi | Nisa Express | 168 Scotforth Road, Lancaster, LA1 4NP | Walking directions to Nisa Express |
| 0.4 mi | Bowling Green Service Station | Scotforth Road, Lancaster, LA1 4SG | Walking directions to Bowling Green Service Station |
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.