Balmoral Avenue is in Heysham, Morecambe and in Lancaster district. LA3 1JU is located in the Heysham North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Morecambe and Lunesdale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Balmoral Avenue, Heysham, Morecambe, LA3 1JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA3 1HP, LA3 1EP, LA3 1LH, LA3 1EJ, LA3 1HW, LA3 1EG, LA3 1EF, LA3 1ES, LA3 1EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA3 1JU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 33% | 37.2% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 46.9% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 8.8% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 43.4% | 52% | 8.6% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 31.7% | -8.2% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 12.1% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 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.
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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 14.6% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 11.5% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.1% | 20.8% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.4% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 22.1% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 20.8% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.2% | 96.1% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 96.9% | 94.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 95.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Balmoral Avenue was 31.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.9% lower than the Heysham North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Balmoral Avenue has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Heysham North and the 108th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Balmoral Avenue, Morecambe, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-11-13 | £176,267 |
| 1 Balmoral Avenue, Morecambe, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-07-30 | £190,192 |
| 3 Balmoral Avenue, Morecambe, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-07-16 | £125,787 |
| 17 Balmoral Avenue, Morecambe, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2020-08-26 | £148,473 |
| 6 Balmoral Avenue, Morecambe, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2019-03-08 | £147,955 |
LA3 1JU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appletree Nursery School Milking Stile Lane , LA1 5QB | 4out of 4 | 5,271 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morecambe and Heysham Sandylands Community Primary School Hampton Road , LA3 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 217 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West End Primary School Chatsworth Road , LA3 1BW | 3out of 4 | 741 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossgate Primary School Kingsway , Heysham LA3 2EE | 3out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Littledale Avenue , Heysham LA3 2ER | 3out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morecambe and Heysham Westgate Primary School Langridge Way , Westgate LA4 4XF | 3out of 4 | 1,773 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Leadership Academy Osborne Road , LA3 1AB | 1out of 4 | 549 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morecambe Bay Academy Dallam Avenue , LA4 5BG | 1out of 4 | 3,153 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster and Morecambe College Morecambe Road , LA1 2TY | - not rated | 4,279 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morecambe Road School Morecambe Road , LA3 3AB | 3out of 4 | 3,740 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Loyne Specialist School Sefton Drive , LA1 2QD | 4out of 4 | 5,108 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster Steiner School Lune Road , LA1 5QU | - not rated | 5,293 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanleys Community Centre | 79-83 Stanley Road | 187 yd | |
| Anchor Housing | Draycombe Court, Draycombe Drive | 287 yd | |
| Church by the Bay | Beechwood Blind Centre, 91 Balmoral Road | 497 yd | |
| West End Impact | 4-10 Heysham Road | 539 yd | |
| The Beach Cafe | West End Gardens Cafe, Marine Road West | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Commodore Club | 131 Heysham Road | 333 yd | |
| Morecambe & Heysham Constitutional Club | Morecambe And Heysham Constitutional Club, 57 Parliament Street | 602 yd | |
| Strawberry Gardens | Strawberry Gardens Hotel, 390 Heysham Road | 671 yd | |
| The Exchange | 29 Regent Road | 736 yd | |
| The Cavern Bar | 6-12 Springfield Street | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loaded Shak | 153 Heysham Road | 333 yd | |
| Rumblin' Tums/Marios | 64-66 Sefton Road | 359 yd | |
| Milano | 6 Alexandra Road | 547 yd | |
| Top Fry Fish n Chips | 91 Clarendon Road West | 692 yd | |
| Fish & Chips | 19 Yorkshire Street West | 708 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Georges Playing Field (Morecambe) LORDSOME ROAD | grass pitches | 390 yd |
| Heysham High School OSBORNE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 449 yd |
| Heysham Pool HEYSHAM SWIMMING POOL HEYSHAM SWIMMING POOL LIMES AVENUE | swimming pool | 572 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 | 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.