Postcode LA1 4PE 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 1.9 miles away. There are 3 primary and no secondary schools in the area.
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 rail, approximately 310 ft away from LA1 4PE.
University, Galgate & Dolphinholme near LA1 4PE 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 1.9 miles away. There are no other stations nearby.
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 4PE postcode area, located within University, Galgate & Dolphinholme, there are 3 primary and 0 secondary schools in close proximity.
4 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of LA1 4PE
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mi | Nisa Express | 168 Scotforth Road, Lancaster, LA1 4NP | Walking directions to Nisa Express |
| 0.4 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 | 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.