The Croft is in Flookburgh, Grange-Over-Sands and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA11 7NF is located in the Grange and Cartmel electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Westmorland and Lonsdale. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Croft, Flookburgh, Grange-over-sands, LA11 7NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA11 7LW, LA11 7LN, LA11 7LP, LA11 7NE, LA11 7JX, LA11 7LR, LA11 7LA, LA11 7LE, LA11 7JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA11 7NF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.4% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.6% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 29.9% | 32.1% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 48.1% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 9.8% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 47.1% | 47.5% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 32.8% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 16.1% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 20.1% | 16.7% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 10.8% | -6.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 14.6% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 11.1% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 18.1% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 27.5% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.7% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 96.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.3% | 96.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 96.8% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.9% | 37.2% | -14.3% |
| Christian | 72.7% | 46.2% | 26.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Croft was 40.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.7% higher than the Grange and Cartmel average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Croft has the 7th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Grange and Cartmel and the 353rd highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 40.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% 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 The Croft, Grange-Over-Sands, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-03-27 | £215,084 |
| 5 The Croft, Grange-Over-Sands, Westmorland And Furness Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-11-06 | £311,397 |
| 21 The Croft, Grange-Over-Sands, Westmorland And Furness Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-03-06 | £260,784 |
| 14 The Croft, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2021-09-03 | £210,460 |
| 15 The Croft, Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2019-06-05 | £206,075 |
LA11 7NF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Other | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flookburgh CofE Primary School Winder Lane , Flookburgh LA11 7LE | 3out of 4 | 41 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allithwaite CofE Primary School Church Road , Allithwaite LA11 7RD | 3out of 4 | 2,638 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cartmel CofE Primary School Aynsome Road , Cartmel LA11 6PR | 4out of 4 | 3,788 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange CofE Primary School Fell Drive , LA11 7JF | 3out of 4 | 4,513 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cartmel Priory CofE School Headless Cross , Cartmel LA11 7SA | 3out of 4 | 3,552 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fell House School 1 Grange Road , Grange over Sands LA11 6AS | - not rated | 4,966 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooke Supplies - In the Garden Cafe | Southern Lakeland Nurseries, Station Road | 554 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope and Anchor | 11 Market Street | 273 yd | |
| Engine Inn | Engine Inn, Cark In Cartmel | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mile End Sandwich & Deli Bar | The Watercloset, Moor Lane | 132 yd | |
| Cockles Convenience Store | 2 Church Walk | 133 yd | |
| Grange Bakery Flookburgh | 1 Main Street | 211 yd | |
| Flounders | 5 Market Street | 273 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Flookburgh C Of E School WINDER LANE | grass pitches | 140 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 38.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 59.64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 59.64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.26 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.