Main Street is in Bentham, Lancaster and in North Yorkshire district. LA2 7HN is located in the Bentham & Ingleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Skipton and Ripon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Main Street, Bentham, Lancaster, LA2 7HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA2 7LZ, LA2 7HW, LA2 7HH, LA2 7HJ, LA2 7HY, LA2 7HQ, LA2 7JD, LA2 7NF, LA2 7HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA2 7HN 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 | 50.3% | 50.3% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.7% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.4% | 40.4% | 12.0% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 36.8% | -13.6% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 13.6% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 41.6% | 44% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 33.8% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 14.4% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 7% | 5.1% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.8% | 15% | -9.8% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 13.2% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17.2% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 24.5% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 21.2% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.8% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 96.4% 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% | 96.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Street was 33.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.4% higher than the Bentham & Ingleton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Main Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Bentham & Ingleton and the 876th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Main Street, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-07-12 | £230,212 |
| High Bentham Youth Club Main Street, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2024-03-04 | £60,925 |
| 50A Main Street, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-08-25 | £152,236 |
| 3 Grove Cottages Main Street, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2023-03-10 | £178,535 |
| 30 Main Street, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2019-07-17 | £180,797 |
LA2 7HN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 7HN 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bentham Community Primary School Low Bentham Road , Bentham LA2 7BP | 3out of 4 | 490 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingleton Primary School Low Demesne , Ingleton LA6 3DY | 3out of 4 | 4,827 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tatham Fells Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Lowgill , LA2 8RA | 3out of 4 | 4,883 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stonegate School 13 Main Street , Low Bentham LA2 7BX | - not rated | 1,688 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Cedar House School , Low Bentham LA2 7DD | - not rated | 2,215 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| G & Mo's | 1 Grove Cottages, 44 Main Street | 13 yd | |
| Black Pig Bentham | 26 Main Street, High Bentham | 93 yd | |
| Bentham Auction Mart Cafe | The Auction Mart, 3 Main Street | 242 yd | |
| Simply Delicious @ 1922 Bar & Kitchen | Bentham Golf Course, Robin Lane | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coach House | 10 Main Street, High Bentham | 163 yd | |
| The Black Bull Hotel | 13 Main Street, High Bentham | 165 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Fortune Chinese Takeaway | 50 Main Street, High Bentham | 3 yd | |
| Bentham Chippy | 22 Main Street, High Bentham | 109 yd | |
| Pizza @ 21 | 21 Main Street, High Bentham | 111 yd | |
| Bentham Balti | 10 Main Street, High Bentham | 163 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPAR Store Bentham | 49 Main Street, High Bentham | 58 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bentham Town Hall TOWN HALL TOWN HALL STATION ROAD | 179 yd | |
| Bentham Playing Fields HOLME PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 472 yd |
| Bentham Golf Club ROBIN LANE | golf | 773 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.