Holker Street is in Barrow-In-Furness and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA14 5RU is located in the Old Barrow and Hindpool 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 Holker Street, Barrow-in-furness, LA14 5RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA14 5SQ, LA14 5RT, LA14 5RX, LA14 5RY, LA14 5RZ, LA14 5SP, LA14 5SA, LA14 5SB, LA14 5BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA14 5RU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.1% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.9% | 1.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.2% | 40.7% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 41.6% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 6.7% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 35.5% | 47% | 11.5% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 34.8% | -5.0% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 14.4% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 2.6% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.2% | -2.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.9% | 19.9% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 6.4% | -11.7% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.4% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.6% | 12% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 6.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 24.5% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 19.6% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 95.9% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.8% | 96.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holker Street was 18.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.0% lower than the Dalton North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holker Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Dalton North and the 204th lowest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152 Holker Street, Barrow-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-09-05 | £160,000 |
| 186 Holker Street, Barrow-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-06-30 | £219,196 |
| 170 Holker Street, Barrow-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2023-07-14 | £188,382 |
| 178 Holker Street, Barrow-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £191,000 | 2023-04-14 | £199,156 |
| 126 Holker Street, Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-09-13 | £125,239 |
LA14 5RU 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 | 131 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindpool Nursery School Bath Street , LA14 5TS | 4out of 4 | 400 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' CofE Junior School Blake Street , LA14 1NY | 3out of 4 | 371 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brisbane Park Infant School Blake Street , LA14 1NY | 3out of 4 | 466 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ramsden Infant School Thwaite Street , LA14 1AN | 2out of 4 | 1,072 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Academy Devonshire Road , LA14 5NE | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Infant and Nursery School Oxford Street , LA14 5QN | 3out of 4 | 1,194 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furness Academy Park Drive , LA13 9BB | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernards Catholic High School, Barrow Rating Lane , LA13 9LE | - not rated | 2,569 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walney School Sandy Gap Lane , Walney LA14 3JT | 2out of 4 | 2,713 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furness College Channelside , LA14 2PJ | - not rated | 855 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chetwynde School Rating Lane , LA13 0NY | 2out of 4 | 2,447 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbridge House PRU Newbridge House , Ewan Close LA13 9HU | 3out of 4 | 1,828 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorfield Learning Centre Moorfield Street , Barrow in Furness LA13 9RS | - not rated | 2,179 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Hastwell School Special Academy Moor Tarn Lane , Walney Island LA14 3LW | 2out of 4 | 2,492 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stollers Furniture World | Stollers Furniture World, Walney Road | 206 yd | |
| Asda Cafe | Asda Stores Ltd, Walney Road | 395 yd | |
| Hartington Street Methodist Chuurch | Methodist Church, Hartington Street | 466 yd | |
| Furness Homeless Suppot Group | 27 Bath Street | 525 yd | |
| Cafe Express Shop | Barrow Railway Station, Station Approach | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal British Legion Club | The Royal British Legion, Holker Street | 424 yd | |
| The Cross Bar | Barrow Associated Football Sup, Wilkie Road | 425 yd | |
| Barrow Football Supporters Club | The Soccer Bar, Wilkie Road | 425 yd | |
| Tally Ho | Tally Ho, Schneider Road | 455 yd | |
| Opera Bingo | 3 Holker Street | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, Cocken Villa, Walney Road | 395 yd | |
| Matties | 186 Ainslie Street | 413 yd | |
| Meng House | 56 Howe Street | 447 yd | |
| Shengs Chinese Take Away | 39 Ainslie Street | 597 yd | |
| Lees Chinese Take Away | 45 Ainslie Street | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Foods | Farm Foods, Walney Road | 206 yd | |
| Asda Walmart Superstore | Asda Stores Ltd, Walney Road | 395 yd | |
| Co-op | 38-40 Ainslie Street | 638 yd | |
| Tesco | 331 Rawlinson Street | 860 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi, Hollywood Retail Park | 909 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barrow Afc (Furness Building Society Stadium) WILKIE ROAD | grass pitches | 324 yd |
| Furness Rovers FURNESS ROVERS FC FURNESS ROVERS FC WILKIE ROAD | grass pitches | 359 yd |
| Flexappeal (Barrow In Furness) Hartington Street | health and fitness suite | 362 yd |
| Barrow Celtic Football Club NEWBY TERRACE | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Brisbane Park BRISBANE PARK BRISBANE PARK BLAKE STREET | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| The Cottages Club SCHNEIDER ROAD | 582 yd | |
| Ironwerx Gym James Freel Court James Freel Court James Freel Close | health and fitness suite | 670 yd |
| The Next Step Fitness Clinic (Closed) Abbey Road | health and fitness suite | 736 yd |
| Barrow Raiders (Craven Park Stadium) CRAVEN PARK | grass pitches | 746 yd |
| Evolution Gym (Closed) Trinity Enterprise Centre Trinity Enterprise Centre Ironworks Road | health and fitness suite | 778 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 61.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.