Sefton Drive is in Lancaster and in Lancaster district. LA1 2PT is located in the Scale Hall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Morecambe and Lunesdale. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sefton Drive, Lancaster, LA1 2PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA1 2PX, LA1 2PZ, LA1 2QA, LA1 2PY, LA1 2QB, LA1 2PU, LA1 2SB, LA1 2RP, LA1 2QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA1 2PT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 49.7% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.3% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.3% | 41.2% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 40.8% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 10.6% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.1% | 46.1% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 31.8% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 10% | 13.4% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 8.3% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around LA1 2PT this area, 29.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 29.4% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 13.1% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 16.7% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.1% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.4% | 21.6% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 13.9% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -19.9% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.2% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.5% | 96.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 84% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 84% | -9.8% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 15.4% | 12.3% | 6.1% | 9.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 85% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.4% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 6% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56% | 76.7% | -20.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 12.5% | 1.3% | 11.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central Asia | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 28.6% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sefton Drive was 130.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 138.3% higher than the Bare average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sefton Drive has the 27th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bare and the 110th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sefton Drive, Lancaster, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-01-10 | £236,857 |
| 8 Sefton Drive, Lancaster, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-09-20 | £181,468 |
| 20 Sefton Drive, Lancaster, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2011-09-23 | £167,886 |
| 6 Sefton Drive, Lancaster, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2010-03-31 | £161,809 |
| 22 Sefton Drive, Lancaster, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2007-03-16 | £210,457 |
LA1 2PT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appletree Nursery School Milking Stile Lane , LA1 5QB | 4out of 4 | 1,387 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Ryelands Primary School Torrisholme Road , LA1 2RJ | 3out of 4 | 260 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morecambe and Heysham Grosvenor Park Primary School Roeburn Drive , Grosvenor Park LA3 3RY | 3out of 4 | 949 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Skerton St Luke's Church of England Primary School Slyne Road , LA1 2JH | 2out of 4 | 1,216 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster Aldrens Lane , LA1 2DU | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Lane Community Primary School Willow Lane , LA1 5PR | 2out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady's Catholic College Morecambe Road , LA1 2RX | 3out of 4 | 1,182 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster Girls' Grammar School Regent Street , LA1 1SF | 4out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Lancaster Royal Grammar School East Road , LA1 3EF | 4out of 4 | 2,395 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Lancaster High School Crag Road , LA1 3LS | - not rated | 2,466 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy Ashton Road , LA1 4RS | 4out of 4 | 2,646 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster and Morecambe College Morecambe Road , LA1 2TY | - not rated | 798 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Loyne Specialist School Sefton Drive , LA1 2QD | 4out of 4 | 152 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster Steiner School Lune Road , LA1 5QU | - not rated | 983 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morecambe Road School Morecambe Road , LA3 3AB | 3out of 4 | 1,273 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadwick High School Mainway , Skerton LA1 2AY | 2out of 4 | 1,378 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont College - A Salutem/Ambito College Slyne Road , LA2 6AP | - not rated | 1,473 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Elephant Restaurant | Barbar Elephants, Morecambe Road | 480 yd | |
| Refuel | Salt Ayre Sports Centre, Doris Henderson Way | 719 yd | |
| Quite Simply French | 27a St Georges Quay | 870 yd | |
| Maritime Museum | St Georges Quay | 871 yd | |
| Breakaway Cafe | Lancaster And Morecambe College, Morecambe Road | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vale of Lune R.U.F.C | Vale Of Lune R U F C, Powderhouse Lane | 460 yd | |
| The Wagon and Horses | Wagon And Horses, 27 St Georges Quay | 870 yd | |
| Lancaster Railway Club | Lancaster Railway Sports And Social Club, Morecambe Road | 897 yd | |
| The George & Dragon | 24 St Georges Quay | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scale Hall Plaice | 55 Torrisholme Road | 325 yd | |
| Golden House | 18 Noel Road | 591 yd | |
| Barley Cop Chippy | 80 Barley Cop Lane | 773 yd | |
| Ryelands Greggs | Ryelands Service Station, Owen Road | 995 yd | |
| Subway | Subway, Ryelands Service Station, Owen Road | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Morecambe Road | 479 yd | |
| Tesco | 4 Market Street | 638 yd | |
| Asda | Ovangle Road | 977 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ryelands Primary & Nursery School TORRISHOLME ROAD | grass pitches | 181 yd |
| Vale Of Lune Rugby Union Football Club POWDERHOUSE LANE | grass pitches, squash courts | 454 yd |
| Westgate Cricket Club Powderhouse Lane | grass pitches | 578 yd |
| Salt Ayre Leisure Centre SALT AYRE LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 716 yd |
| Ryelands Park Playing Fields TORRISHOLME ROAD | grass pitches | 797 yd |
| Lancaster Cricket & Sports Club LUNE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 808 yd |
| Morecambe & Heysham Grosvenor Park Primary School ROEBURN DRIVE | grass pitches | 857 yd |
| Lancaster And Morecambe College MORECAMBE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 893 yd |
| Torrisholme Cricket Club ENDSLEIGH GROVE | grass pitches | 905 yd |
| Giant Axe Stadium THE GIANT AXE THE GIANT AXE WEST ROAD | grass pitches | 976 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.