Barratt Croft is in Coniston and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA21 8DT is located in the Coniston and Hawkshead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Westmorland and Lonsdale. This postcode has been in use since 1996-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barratt Croft, Coniston, LA21 8DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA21 8DY, LA21 8DX, LA21 8DZ, LA21 8DS, LA21 8DD, LA21 8AL, LA21 8DE, LA21 8ET, LA21 8EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA21 8DT has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 50.8% | 48.1% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51.9% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 LA21 8DT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% 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 | 32.4% | 30.1% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 52.8% | 5.7% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 9.2% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 9% | 5.2% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.5% | 43.9% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 36.5% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 15.1% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 3.5% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30% | 20.9% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 11.7% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 13.5% | -5.1% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 10% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 17% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 27% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.3% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 95.5% 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% | 95.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 95.8% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barratt Croft was 40.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.8% lower than the Coniston and Hawkshead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barratt Croft has the 8th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Coniston and Hawkshead and the 358th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 31.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Barratt Croft, Coniston, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2005-08-12 | £206,617 |
LA21 8DT 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 24 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Mining and quarrying | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coniston CofE Primary School Shepherd's Bridge , LA21 8AL | 3out of 4 | 220 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkshead Esthwaite Primary School Main Street , LA22 0NT | 3out of 4 | 5,465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Ruskin School Lake Road , LA21 8EW | 3out of 4 | 589 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sara's Indian | 4 Yewdale Road | 324 yd | |
| The Green Housekeeper Cafe | 16 Yewdale Road | 324 yd | |
| Herdwicks | Old Telephone Exchange, Yewdale Road | 331 yd | |
| Meadowdore Stay | Tilberthwaite Avenue | 335 yd | |
| Steam Bistro | Esk Villa, Tilberthwaite Avenue | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coniston Sports & Social Centre | Shepherds Bridge | 277 yd | |
| Black Bull Hotel | Black Bull Hotel, Yewdale Road | 324 yd | |
| Sun Hotel | Sun Hotel | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Vibez | 2-3 Tilberthwaite Avenue | 334 yd | |
| Just For Ewe Coniston | Fairfield House, Tilberthwaite Avenue | 373 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Coniston | Yewdale Road | 324 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coniston C Of E Primary School SHEPHERDS BRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 145 yd |
| Coniston Sports And Social Centre CONISTON SPORTS AND SOCIAL CENTRE CONISTON SPORTS AND SOCIAL CENTRE CONISTON | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 262 yd |
| The John Ruskin School LAKE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 576 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 | 55.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.