LA2 0QW is in Quernmore, Lancaster and Lancaster district. LA2 0QW is located in the Lower Lune Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lancaster and Fleetwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Quernmore, Lancaster, LA2 0QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA2 0QW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50.3% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51.5% | 49.7% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 LA2 0QW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.6% 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 | 35.2% | 27.7% | -7.5% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 63.6% | 6.2% | 44.2% | 19.4% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 62.3% | 49.8% | -12.5% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 23.6% | 37.8% | 14.2% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10.7% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.8% | 14.3% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 7.9% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 11.5% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.9% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.5% | 45.6% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 11.8% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.3% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 90.8% | 94.3% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 3% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 94.3% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.7% | 5% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around LA2 0QW was 48.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.9% higher than the Halton-with-Aughton & Kellet average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
LA2 0QW has the 16th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Halton-with-Aughton & Kellet and the 179th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Brow Top Farm, Lancaster, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2018-07-27 | £241,405 |
| Brow Top Close, Lancaster, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2016-12-29 | £228,323 |
| Brow Top Cottage, Lancaster, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2016-06-30 | £585,867 |
| Brow Top Cottage, Lancaster, Lancashire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £375,000 | 2005-03-21 | £649,518 |
| Brow Top Barn, Lancaster, Lancashire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £445,000 | 2005-03-18 | £770,762 |
LA2 0QW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LA2 0QW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 50 |
| Education | 43 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quernmore Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Postern Gate Road , Quernmore LA2 9EL | 3out of 4 | 2,169 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Primary School Bowerham Road , Newlands LA1 4HT | 3out of 4 | 4,285 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster Bowerham Road , LA1 4HT | 4out of 4 | 4,386 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scotforth St Paul's Church of England Primary and Nursery School Scotforth Road , LA1 4SE | 4out of 4 | 4,942 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowerham Primary & Nursery School Bowerham Road , LA1 4BS | 3out of 4 | 5,197 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Lancaster University House , Bailrigg LA1 4YW | - not rated | 4,269 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stepping Stones School Bowerham Road , LA1 4HT | 4out of 4 | 4,285 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jamea Al Kauthar Ashton Road , LA1 5AJ | - not rated | 5,423 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 2125 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 10000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 10000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2125 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.