Postcode LA1 4LS 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 very low crime levels, with around 22.3 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income per household in University, Galgate & Dolphinholme is £52,587 per year. The nearest station is Lancaster located about 1.6 miles away. There are 4 primary and 1 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 very low crime rate, with approximately 22.3 reported incidents per 1,000 population each year.
Approximately 0.0% 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 per household in University, Galgate & Dolphinholme is £52,587 per year.
Medium noise level (60.0-64.9 dB) from road, approximately 67 ft away from LA1 4LS.
University, Galgate & Dolphinholme near LA1 4LS 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 1.6 miles away. There are no other stations nearby.
| Distance | Name | Size | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mi | Barton Road Playing Field | Medium | Walking directions to Barton Road Playing Field |
Based on 41 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 | £100,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 18 | £255,000 |
| Terraced | 6 | £185,000 |
10 year median price trend in Scotforth East
In the LA1 4LS postcode area, located within University, Galgate & Dolphinholme, there are 4 primary and 1 secondary schools in close proximity.
3 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of LA1 4LS
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | Bargain Booze | Lentworth Drive, Lancaster, LA1 4RQ | Walking directions to Bargain Booze |
| 0.5 mi | Booths | Hala Road, Lancaster, LA1 4SG | Walking directions to Booths |
| 0.5 mi | Bowling Green Service Station | Scotforth Road, Lancaster, LA1 4SG | Walking directions to Bowling Green Service Station |
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.
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.