The Gill is in Ulverston and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA12 7BP is located in the Ulverston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barrow and Furness. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Gill, Ulverston, LA12 7BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA12 7BN, LA12 7BU, LA12 7FF, LA12 7BJ, LA12 7BL, LA12 7BS, LA12 7ET, LA12 7FL, LA12 7DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LA12 7BP is primarily male, with 55.3% of the population 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 | 45.4% | 44.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -6.3% |
| Male | 54.6% | 55.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 6.3% |
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 | 25.7% | 32.1% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 43.8% | -9.7% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 15% | 14% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 49.6% | 51.1% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 32.4% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 13% | 10% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 5.5% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 LA12 7BP this area, 5.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 59.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 5.7% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7.5% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 6.4% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 6% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 13.6% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.5% | 59.2% | 16.7% | 33.8% | 25.4% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.5% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 99.7% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 95.4% | 97.4% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 97.4% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Gill was 90.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.8% higher than the Ulverston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Gill has the 4th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Ulverston and the 120th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 52.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 The Gill, Ulverston, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2023-10-27 | £216,486 |
| 37 The Gill, Ulverston, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2021-04-23 | £202,197 |
| 35 The Gill, Ulverston, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-04-01 | £299,341 |
| 40 The Gill, Ulverston, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-08-03 | £200,191 |
| 38A The Gill, Ulverston, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2015-07-28 | £341,693 |
LA12 7BP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LA12 7BP 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Education | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Other | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Walk CofE Primary School Church Walk , LA12 7EN | 3out of 4 | 515 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Barrow School Argyle Street , LA12 0BD | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Springfield Road , LA12 0EA | 3out of 4 | 969 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftlands Infant School Oakwood Drive , LA12 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,920 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftlands Junior School Oakwood Drive , LA12 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,920 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ulverston Victoria High School Springfield Road , LA12 0EB | 3out of 4 | 1,208 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandside Lodge School Springfield Road , LA12 0DZ | 3out of 4 | 2,355 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bici Cafe | 1 The Gill | 93 yd | |
| Connections Coffee Hub | Emmanuel Christian Centre, Mill Street | 162 yd | |
| The Mill | The Mill, Town Mill | 162 yd | |
| carelink community meals | Emmanuel Christian Centre, Mill Street | 162 yd | |
| Aroma Indian Dining | 20 King Street | 196 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | Kings Arms Hotel, King Street | 196 yd | |
| Rose and Crown | 22 King Street | 196 yd | |
| Old Friends | 49 Soutergate | 207 yd | |
| Hope and Anchor | 4 Daltongate | 237 yd | |
| Sun Inn | Sun Inn, Market Street | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Continental | 29 King Street | 196 yd | |
| The Chippy Bank Ltd | 7 King Street | 196 yd | |
| Moma’s Kitchen | 1A Market Street | 267 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 5 Market Street | 275 yd | |
| Rainbow | 19 Queen Street | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd | 41 Market Street | 379 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit 4 Beehive Business Park | 877 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Food | Unit 1 The Light Beehive Business Park | 962 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Catholic Primary School SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 928 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 | 40.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.