Parkhead Road is in Ulverston and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA12 9NX 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 Parkhead Road, Ulverston, LA12 9NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA12 9NY, LA12 9BF, LA12 9NR, LA12 9NU, LA12 9NS, LA12 9PB, LA12 9PF, LA12 9PH, LA12 9SA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA12 9NX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LA12 9NX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.7% | 20.5% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.4% | 63.9% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 19.7% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 7% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 6.6% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (85.1%) 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 | 41.2% | 44.4% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 40.7% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 7.1% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 11.8% | -7.7% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 1% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 21.6% | 13.5% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 11.1% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.5% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.8% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 12.3% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.3% | 39.3% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 5.5% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 97.3% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 96.7% | 97.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 97.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 59.3% | 46.2% | 13.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkhead Road was 21.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.5% lower than the Low Furness average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parkhead Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Low Furness and the 241st lowest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.1%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Parkhead Road, Ulverston, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £303,000 | 2025-02-19 | £301,272 |
| 8 Parkhead Road, Ulverston, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2020-10-06 | £247,879 |
| 14 Parkhead Road, Ulverston, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2007-09-19 | £290,189 |
| 10 Parkhead Road, Ulverston, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2002-04-29 | £274,853 |
| 14 Parkhead Road, Ulverston, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,500 | 2001-05-14 | £363,737 |
LA12 9NX 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 retired residents living in LA12 9NX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croftlands Infant School Oakwood Drive , LA12 9JU | 3out of 4 | 493 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croftlands Junior School Oakwood Drive , LA12 9JU | 3out of 4 | 493 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Springfield Road , LA12 0EA | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Barrow School Argyle Street , LA12 0BD | 3out of 4 | 1,862 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennington CofE School Pennington , LA12 0RR | 4out of 4 | 2,256 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,245 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 | 2,388 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumbrian Cow Ice Cream | Edge Hill Farm, Mountbarrow Road | 793 yd | |
| The Cafe at Bardsea | Bardsea Leisure Park, Priory Road | 820 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Croftlands Junior School OAKWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Croftlands Recreation Ground UNDERWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 777 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 | 24.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.