Ash Grove is in Lancaster and in Lancaster district. LA1 4UH is located in the Scotforth West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lancaster and Fleetwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ash Grove, Lancaster, LA1 4UH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA1 4AR, LA1 4UJ, LA1 4UN, LA1 4UW, LA1 4UQ, LA1 4TY, LA1 4UY, LA1 4UL, LA1 4UF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA1 4UH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 45.3% | 47.7% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 54.7% | 52.3% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LA1 4UH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.5% | 48.5% | -2.0% | 37.9% | 10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.9% | 37.3% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 8.5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 52.9% | 50.5% | -2.4% | 48.4% | 2.1% |
| Good health | 33% | 33.9% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.1% | 10.8% | 3.7% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 5.8% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 9.2% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 29.2% | 27.3% | -1.9% | 16.9% | 10.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.3% | 40.4% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 6.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| White | 97.4% | 89% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 7.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 86% 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 | 93.9% | 86% | -7.9% | 83.2% | 2.8% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 7.7% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 86% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ash Grove was 42.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.1% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Ash Grove has the 14th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Castle and the 162nd lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Ash Grove, Lancaster, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2023-07-26 | £271,285 |
| 4 Ash Grove, Lancaster, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-07-20 | £221,242 |
| 8 Ash Grove, Lancaster, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-04-27 | £312,469 |
| 7 Ash Grove, Lancaster, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-02-08 | £250,822 |
| 3 Ash Grove, Lancaster, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-04-23 | £212,485 |
LA1 4UH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in LA1 4UH area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 43 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 37 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Other | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greaves Park Nursery School Bowerham Road , LA1 3AN | - not rated | 591 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Appletree Nursery School Milking Stile Lane , LA1 5QB | 3out of 4 | 1,854 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Nursery School Milking Stile Lane , LA1 5QB | - not rated | 1,882 yd | Local authority nursery school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowerham Primary & Nursery School Bowerham Road , LA1 4BS | 3out of 4 | 535 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School Scotforth Road , LA1 4SE | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster Bowerham Road , LA1 4HT | 4out of 4 | 935 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Primary School Bowerham Road , Newlands LA1 4HT | 3out of 4 | 1,048 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral Catholic Primary School, Lancaster Balmoral Road , LA1 3BT | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripley St Thomas Church of England High School Ashton Road , LA1 4RS | - not rated | 468 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy Ashton Road , LA1 4RS | 4out of 4 | 468 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster Girls' Grammar School Regent Street , LA1 1SF | - not rated | 1,130 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Lancaster Girls' Grammar School Regent Street , LA1 1SF | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Lancaster Royal Grammar School East Road , LA1 3EF | - not rated | 1,291 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 3,734 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamea Al Kauthar Ashton Road , LA1 5AJ | - not rated | 500 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Martin's College Bowerham Road , LA1 3JD | - not rated | 680 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stepping Stones School Bowerham Road , LA1 4HT | 4out of 4 | 1,048 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside School The Storey Institute , Meeting House Lane LA1 1TH | - not rated | 1,509 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Fox School Castle Park , LA1 1YQ | - not rated | 1,579 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ode Pizza Company Ltd | Bowerham Hotel, Bowerham Road | 476 yd | |
| RVS Cafe | Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Ashton Road | 704 yd | |
| The Gateway Building | University Of Cumbria, Bowerham Road | 768 yd | |
| Apple Tree Cafe | Morecambe Bay Primary Trust, Pathfinders Drive | 848 yd | |
| Positive Futures Cafe | Unit 701, Cameron House White Cross Industrial Estate, South Road | 910 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowerham Hotel | Bowerham Road | 476 yd | |
| Wobbly Cobbler | 49 Scotforth Road | 609 yd | |
| Park Hotel Lancaster LTD | Park Hotel, 1 St Oswald Street | 703 yd | |
| The Water Witch | Aldcliffe Road | 823 yd | |
| White Cross | The White Cross, Quarry Road | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepe Rosso | 128 Greaves Road | 81 yd | |
| West Lake Takeaway | 130-132 Greaves Road | 81 yd | |
| Neptune Fish and Chips | 18 Scotforth Road | 374 yd | |
| Jasmine Garden | 2 Newsham Road | 414 yd | |
| Scrumptious | 57 Scotforth Road | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 48 Aldcliffe Road | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| York Road Playing Field WELLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Ripley St Thomas Ce Academy ASHTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 445 yd |
| Bowerham Community Primary School BOWERHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 540 yd |
| Barton Road Playing Fields BARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 821 yd |
| University Of Cumbria Sports Centre (Lancaster Campus) BOWERHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 822 yd |
| Bowerham Lawn Tennis Club BARTON ROAD | tennis courts | 864 yd |
| Royal Albert Playing Field LINDBERGH AVENUE | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| St Bernadette'S Catholic Primary School BOWERHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| Moorside Primary School BOWERHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,019 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 | 58.3% |
| 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 | 76.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 105.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.7 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.95 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.