Napier Street is in Dalton-In-Furness and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA15 8HR is located in the Dalton South 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 Napier Street, Dalton-in-furness, LA15 8HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA15 8HP, LA15 8HS, LA15 8HN, LA15 8ET, LA15 8HU, LA15 8HF, LA15 8ES, LA15 8UB, LA15 8HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA15 8HR 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 | 52.8% | 50.4% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49.6% | 2.4% | 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.
In the immediate area around LA15 8HR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.8% | 44.5% | 12.7% | 37.9% | 6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 38.9% | -11.7% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 10% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 45.5% | 42.9% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 41.7% | 40.7% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 7.1% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 12.7% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 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.
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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.2% | 15.5% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 10.2% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 16.4% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.2% | 11.9% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 23.9% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 20.4% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 96.3% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 97.9% | 98.9% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.9% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 62.5% | 46.2% | 16.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Napier Street was 55.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.0% higher than the Dalton South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Napier Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Dalton South and the 252nd highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 56.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Napier Street, Dalton-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2025-09-16 | £105,000 |
| 30 Napier Street, Dalton-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2024-12-19 | £82,891 |
| 34 Napier Street, Dalton-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-09-20 | £125,600 |
| 16 Napier Street, Dalton-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2024-06-14 | £109,284 |
| 37 Napier Street, Dalton-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-12-08 | £102,049 |
LA15 8HR 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Street Infants and Nursery School Chapel Street , LA15 8RX | 3out of 4 | 274 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| George Romney Junior School Cobden Street , LA15 8SE | 3out of 4 | 323 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Primary School Crooklands Brow , LA15 8LB | 3out of 4 | 382 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dalton St Mary's CofE Primary School Coronation Drive , LA15 8QR | 3out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lindal and Marton Primary School Pit Lane , Lindal LA12 0NB | 3out of 4 | 2,634 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dowdales School , LA15 8AH | 3out of 4 | 619 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernards Catholic High School, Barrow Rating Lane , LA13 9LE | - not rated | 4,095 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 3,969 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 | 5,363 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nicha's Thai Kitchen | 143-145 Market Street | 443 yd | |
| The Bakehouse | The Bakehouse, Charnley's Home and Garden Centre | 457 yd | |
| High Tide Cafe | Dalton Leisure Centre, Chapel Street | 588 yd | |
| Anthony's @ the chocolate room | 2-4 Station Road | 624 yd | |
| Brizzolaris Bar | 52a Market Street | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Inn | Bridge Inn, Broughton Road | 112 yd | |
| Dalton Cricket Club | Dalton-In-Furness Cricket Club, Ulverston Road | 268 yd | |
| Golden Ball | 15 Tudor Square | 353 yd | |
| Horse and Jockey | 14 Ulverston Road | 372 yd | |
| Dalton RLFC, Crooklands Brow | Dalton Rlfc, Ulverston Road | 508 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Luna | 6 Broughton Road | 282 yd | |
| Jade Palace | 32 Ulverston Road | 348 yd | |
| Kitchen Wizard | 19 Tudor Square | 411 yd | |
| Diamond Pizza & Kebab | 155 Market Street | 443 yd | |
| Dragon Chinese | 148 Market Street | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | The Co-Operative Food, Market Street | 659 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dalton Cricket Club ULVERSTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 329 yd |
| Dalton Amateur Rugby League Football Club CROOKLANDS HOUSE CROOKLANDS HOUSE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 385 yd |
| George Romney Junior School COBDEN STREET | grass pitches | 421 yd |
| Dalton Leisure Centre CHAPEL STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 561 yd |
| Railway Meadow BECKSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Dowdales School | grass pitches, tennis courts | 710 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 | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.