Lowther Road is in Millom and in Cumberland district. LA18 4PW is located in the Millom electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1988-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lowther Road, Millom, LA18 4PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA18 4PN, LA18 4QX, LA18 4PX, LA18 4QT, LA18 4JD, LA18 4QR, LA18 5DX, LA18 5LE, LA18 5DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA18 4PW has a slightly higher male population, with 53% of residents 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 | 48.2% | 47% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 51.8% | 53% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
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 LA18 4PW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.4% 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 | 23.7% | 22.2% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 64.4% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 20.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 4.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 54.1% | 50.3% | -3.8% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 26% | 32.9% | 6.9% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 16% | 12.3% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.9% | 19.9% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.4% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12.5% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 10% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 21.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 22.1% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.7% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 98.8% | 99.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 99.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19% | 37.2% | -18.2% |
| Christian | 78.7% | 46.2% | 32.5% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lowther Road was 8.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.8% lower than the Millom average. The most reported crime type was Bicycle theft.
Lowther Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Millom and the 82nd lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -91.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75 Lowther Road, Millom, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2021-01-12 | £146,602 |
| 75 Lowther Road, Millom, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2019-07-01 | £142,977 |
| 99 Lowther Road, Millom, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2019-04-25 | £364,598 |
| 99 Lowther Road, Millom, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2017-06-14 | £403,861 |
| 89 Lowther Road, Millom, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2016-06-03 | £238,622 |
LA18 4PW 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 LA18 4PW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Nursery School St George's Road , LA18 4JE | 3out of 4 | 342 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Combe Junior School Moor Road , LA18 5DT | 3out of 4 | 159 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millom Infant School Lapstone Road , LA18 4LP | 3out of 4 | 673 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic Primary School Lonsdale Road , LA18 4AS | 3out of 4 | 985 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haverigg Primary School Atkinson Street , Haverigg LA18 4HA | 3out of 4 | 1,575 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millom School Salthouse Road , LA18 5AB | 2out of 4 | 797 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millom Cricket Club | St Georges Road, Millom | 337 yd | |
| Davinci Italia | Ristorante Da Vinci, West County Hotel | 448 yd | |
| Combe Catering & Trackside Cafe | Millom Discovery Centre, Station Road | 491 yd | |
| Pensioners Hall | The Pensioners Hall, Mainsgate Road | 629 yd | |
| Salvation Army | 1 Nelson Street, Millom | 704 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clock Tower | 4 Market Square, Millom | 448 yd | |
| Plough Inn | 41 Holborn Hill, Millom | 480 yd | |
| Bear on the Square | 2-6 St Georges Terrace, Millom | 483 yd | |
| Workies and Reflections | Working Mens Club, 2-6 St Georges Terrace | 483 yd | |
| Millom Conservative Club | 37-39 Lapstone Road, Millom | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry Spice | Market Square, Millom | 448 yd | |
| CK's | 5 Market Square, Millom | 448 yd | |
| Golden Lotus (Cumbria) Ltd | 28 Lapstone Road, Millom | 484 yd | |
| Deano's Plaice | Holborn Hill, Millom | 503 yd | |
| Caspian | 2 Wellington Street, Millom | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Tesco Stores, Lancashire Road | 517 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Black Combe Junior School MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 249 yd |
| Millom Cricket Club CHURCH VIEW CHURCH VIEW ST. GEORGES ROAD | grass pitches | 294 yd |
| Another Level Fitness Centre (Closed) Market Square | health and fitness suite | 426 yd |
| Millom Recreation Centre LANCASHIRE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Millom School SALTHOUSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 750 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 | 46.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.