Fairfield Road is in Millom and in Cumberland district. LA18 5AJ is located in the Millom electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairfield Road, Millom, LA18 5AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA18 5AH, LA18 5AQ, LA18 5AE, LA18 5AN, LA18 5AG, LA18 5AL, LA18 5AF, LA18 5AR, LA18 5AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA18 5AJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 49.5% | 49.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.2% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 29.2% | 32.2% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 43.9% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 10% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 12.6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.3% | 44.2% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 33.6% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 10.6% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 LA18 5AJ this area, 29.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 12.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.2% | 29.4% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 12.1% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 16% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 8.2% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 20.8% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 12.6% | -0.8% | 33.8% | -21.2% |
| Other | 5.1% | 0.9% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| White | 99.3% | 100% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 97.7% | 96.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 97.7% | 96.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.5% | 37.2% | -9.7% |
| Christian | 63.9% | 46.2% | 17.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairfield Road was 29.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.3% lower than the Millom average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fairfield Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Millom and the 320th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 54.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Fairfield Road, Millom, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-08-30 | £202,104 |
| 17 Fairfield Road, Millom, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-07-03 | £160,641 |
| 46 Fairfield Road, Millom, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2024-03-19 | £112,629 |
| 13 Fairfield Road, Millom, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2024-03-08 | £97,170 |
| 40 Fairfield Road, Millom, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2024-03-01 | £102,139 |
LA18 5AJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Nursery School St George's Road , LA18 4JE | 3out of 4 | 711 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' Catholic Primary School Lonsdale Road , LA18 4AS | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Combe Junior School Moor Road , LA18 5DT | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millom Infant School Lapstone Road , LA18 4LP | 3out of 4 | 954 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haverigg Primary School Atkinson Street , Haverigg LA18 4HA | 3out of 4 | 2,434 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thwaites School Hallthwaites , LA18 5HP | 2out of 4 | 5,292 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 337 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 Community Church | Millom Network Centre, Salthouse Road | 195 yd | |
| Combe Catering & Trackside Cafe | Millom Discovery Centre, Station Road | 476 yd | |
| Millom Cricket Club | St Georges Road, Millom | 560 yd | |
| Davinci Italia | Ristorante Da Vinci, West County Hotel | 621 yd | |
| Salvation Army | 1 Nelson Street, Millom | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough Inn | 41 Holborn Hill, Millom | 425 yd | |
| Millom Conservative Club | 37-39 Lapstone Road, Millom | 618 yd | |
| The Clock Tower | 4 Market Square, Millom | 621 yd | |
| Bear on the Square | 2-6 St Georges Terrace, Millom | 663 yd | |
| Workies and Reflections | Working Mens Club, 2-6 St Georges Terrace | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deano's Plaice | Holborn Hill, Millom | 458 yd | |
| Golden Lotus (Cumbria) Ltd | 28 Lapstone Road, Millom | 618 yd | |
| Curry Spice | Market Square, Millom | 621 yd | |
| CK's | 5 Market Square, Millom | 621 yd | |
| Dottie's Traditional Fish & Chips | 47 Wellington Street, Millom | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Tesco Stores, Lancashire Road | 557 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Millom School SALTHOUSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 264 yd |
| Millom Recreation Centre LANCASHIRE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 478 yd |
| Millom Cricket Club CHURCH VIEW CHURCH VIEW ST. GEORGES ROAD | grass pitches | 600 yd |
| Another Level Fitness Centre (Closed) Market Square | health and fitness suite | 644 yd |
| Black Combe Junior School MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 896 yd |
| Millom St James 91A 91A ALBERT STREET | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Saint James Catholic Primary School Playing Field Furness Street | grass pitches | 990 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 | 70.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.