Banks Rise is in Bentham, Lancaster and in North Yorkshire district. LA2 7JW 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 Banks Rise, Bentham, Lancaster, LA2 7JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA2 7JH, LA2 7JJ, LA2 7JP, LA2 7JN, LA2 7JE, LA2 7JL, LA2 7AB, LA2 7JD, LA2 7JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA2 7JW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 51.3% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.9% | 48.7% | 0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.7% | 32.1% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 43.9% | -7.9% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 13.2% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 9.4% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 46.3% | 42.9% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 31.4% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 17.6% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 5.7% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.4% | 23.1% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 14.2% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12.7% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7.5% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 20.3% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.7% | 22.2% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.1% | 98.5% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 96.3% | 97.3% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97.3% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.7% | 76.7% | -7.0% |
| No passport held | 30.3% | 13.5% | 16.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Banks Rise was 8.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.1% lower than the Bentham & Ingleton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Banks Rise has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Bentham & Ingleton and the 113th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 166.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Banks Rise, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-10-06 | £232,642 |
| 29 Banks Rise, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-05-10 | £271,186 |
| 5 Banks Rise, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-09-20 | £192,098 |
| Meadow Bank Banks Rise, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-06-30 | £443,596 |
| Sungari Banks Rise, Lancaster, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-04-09 | £206,048 |
LA2 7JW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 7JW 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 | 55 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 577 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingleton Primary School Low Demesne , Ingleton LA6 3DY | 3out of 4 | 4,612 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tatham Fells Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Lowgill , LA2 8RA | 3out of 4 | 5,105 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 | 1,787 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Cedar House School , Low Bentham LA2 7DD | - not rated | 2,329 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Pig Bentham | 26 Main Street, High Bentham | 228 yd | |
| G & Mo's | 1 Grove Cottages, 44 Main Street | 232 yd | |
| Bentham Auction Mart Cafe | The Auction Mart, 3 Main Street | 335 yd | |
| Simply Delicious @ 1922 Bar & Kitchen | Bentham Golf Course, Robin Lane | 546 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coach House | 10 Main Street, High Bentham | 239 yd | |
| The Black Bull Hotel | 13 Main Street, High Bentham | 273 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentham Chippy | 22 Main Street, High Bentham | 221 yd | |
| Little Fortune Chinese Takeaway | 50 Main Street, High Bentham | 226 yd | |
| Bentham Balti | 10 Main Street, High Bentham | 239 yd | |
| Pizza @ 21 | 21 Main Street, High Bentham | 262 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPAR Store Bentham | 49 Main Street, High Bentham | 279 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bentham Town Hall TOWN HALL TOWN HALL STATION ROAD | 293 yd | |
| Bentham Golf Club ROBIN LANE | golf | 548 yd |
| Bentham Playing Fields HOLME PARK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 679 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 | 31.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.