Newton Street is in Ulverston and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA12 7JS is located in the Ulverston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barrow and Furness. This postcode has been in use since 2013-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newton Street, Ulverston, LA12 7JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA12 7JQ, LA12 7JH, LA12 7JX, LA12 7JG, LA12 7JT, LA12 7JY, LA12 0AG, LA12 7JJ, LA12 9AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA12 7JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 31.5% | 39.7% | 8.2% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 39.7% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 11.9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 10% | 5.2% | -4.8% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.1% | 48.4% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 39.2% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 8.8% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.3% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 7JS this area, 9.5% 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 45.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 9.5% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 7.1% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 10.3% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 3.6% | -1.9% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 21.4% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.4% | 45.2% | 7.8% | 33.8% | 11.4% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.1% | 96.4% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96.4% | 96.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newton Street was 69.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.8% higher than the Ulverston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newton Street has the 13th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Ulverston and the 186th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Cottage Newton Street, Ulverston, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2009-09-25 | £241,718 |
LA12 7JS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 7JS 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 240 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Barrow School Argyle Street , LA12 0BD | 3out of 4 | 463 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Springfield Road , LA12 0EA | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftlands Infant School Oakwood Drive , LA12 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,817 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftlands Junior School Oakwood Drive , LA12 9JU | 3out of 4 | 1,817 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 | 1,074 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 | 1,665 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Restaurant by Elite Dining | The Coach House, Ford Park | 337 yd | |
| Poppies (Ulverston) Ltd | 4 Union Street | 374 yd | |
| Gillams Tea Room Shop | 62 Market Street | 394 yd | |
| Gillam's Tearoom | 64 Market Street | 394 yd | |
| Bengal Rose | 5 Fountain Street | 404 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan | Swan Inn, Swan Street | 40 yd | |
| The Stan Laurel Inn | 31 The Ellers | 259 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | The Royal British Legion, 8-12 Brogden Street | 459 yd | |
| The Piel Castle | 37 Market Street | 481 yd | |
| Gather | 7 Market Street | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gold Swan | 19 Swan Street | 40 yd | |
| Bellaree Bespoke Catering | Unit 24, Auction Mart, North Lonsdale Terrace | 355 yd | |
| Sizzle In | 1-3 Union Street | 374 yd | |
| Flames | 7 New Market Street | 502 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 5 Market Street | 542 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group Food Ltd | 41 Market Street | 426 yd | |
| E H Booth & Co Ltd | Oubas Hill | 447 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Catholic Primary School SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 977 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.