Main Street is in Bentham, Lancaster and in North Yorkshire district. LA2 7JU 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 7JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA2 7JX, LA2 7LE, LA2 7HF, LA2 7LB, LA2 7HE, LA2 7PR, LA2 7JY, LA2 7HL, LA2 7HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA2 7JU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 7JU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.2% 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 | 22.3% | 28.8% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.3% | 52.2% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8% | 6.6% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 8.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 45.4% | 45.4% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 35.6% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 15.8% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.7% | 12.9% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 10.4% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 11% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.5% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 19.2% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 38.4% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.6% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 96.5% | 97.9% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 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% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 97.9% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Street was 2.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.9% lower than the Bentham & Ingleton average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Main Street has the lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Bentham & Ingleton and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentham Library Main Street, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-11-17 | £122,890 |
| High Bentham Cp School Main Street, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2018-09-28 | £576,251 |
| Bentham Library Main Street, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2018-09-07 | £74,913 |
LA2 7JU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LA2 7JU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 730 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingleton Primary School Low Demesne , Ingleton LA6 3DY | 3out of 4 | 4,682 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tatham Fells Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Lowgill , LA2 8RA | 3out of 4 | 4,941 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 | 1,932 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Cedar House School , Low Bentham LA2 7DD | - not rated | 2,457 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentham Auction Mart Cafe | The Auction Mart, 3 Main Street | 98 yd | |
| Black Pig Bentham | 26 Main Street, High Bentham | 154 yd | |
| G & Mo's | 1 Grove Cottages, 44 Main Street | 256 yd | |
| Simply Delicious @ 1922 Bar & Kitchen | Bentham Golf Course, Robin Lane | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coach House | 10 Main Street, High Bentham | 83 yd | |
| The Black Bull Hotel | 13 Main Street, High Bentham | 103 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentham Balti | 10 Main Street, High Bentham | 83 yd | |
| Bentham Chippy | 22 Main Street, High Bentham | 135 yd | |
| Pizza @ 21 | 21 Main Street, High Bentham | 155 yd | |
| Little Fortune Chinese Takeaway | 50 Main Street, High Bentham | 247 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPAR Store Bentham | 49 Main Street, High Bentham | 288 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bentham Town Hall TOWN HALL TOWN HALL STATION ROAD | 109 yd | |
| Bentham Playing Fields HOLME PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 508 yd |
| Bentham Golf Club ROBIN LANE | golf | 724 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.