Brentlea Crescent is in Heysham, Morecambe and in Lancaster district. LA3 2BT is located in the Heysham South 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 Brentlea Crescent, Heysham, Morecambe, LA3 2BT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA3 2BN, LA3 2RQ, LA3 2BS, LA3 2NT, LA3 2RG, LA3 2NS, LA3 2RF, LA3 2JL, LA3 2RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA3 2BT 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 | 52.2% | 51.3% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.7% | 0.9% | 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 | 28.1% | 33.2% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 49.2% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 9.6% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 46.9% | 48.6% | 1.7% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 33.9% | -5.5% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 15% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 15.8% | 13.5% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 9.9% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 16.3% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 11.9% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 21.4% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 25.8% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 4% | 1.2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 99.1% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 95.6% | 99.4% | 3.8% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 99.4% | 4.1% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brentlea Crescent was 113.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.6% higher than the Heysham Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brentlea Crescent has the 27th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Heysham Central and the 131st highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Brentlea Crescent, Morecambe, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £221,500 | 2024-04-30 | £220,608 |
| 5 Brentlea Crescent, Morecambe, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-09-11 | £128,380 |
| 10 Brentlea Crescent, Morecambe, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £184,950 | 2023-09-05 | £175,703 |
| 18 Brentlea Crescent, Morecambe, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-10-03 | £220,223 |
| 55 Brentlea Crescent, Morecambe, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-08-17 | £163,810 |
LA3 2BT 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 18 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heysham St Peter's Church of England Primary School School Road , Heysham LA3 2RF | 3out of 4 | 101 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossgate Primary School Kingsway , Heysham LA3 2EE | 3out of 4 | 938 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trumacar Nursery and Community Primary School Combermere Road , Higher Heysham LA3 2ST | 3out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Littledale Avenue , Heysham LA3 2ER | 3out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morecambe and Heysham Sandylands Community Primary School Hampton Road , LA3 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,195 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 2,234 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morecambe Bay Academy Dallam Avenue , LA4 5BG | 1out of 4 | 4,962 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 | 5,425 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 | 4,914 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diplos Pizza | Heysham Cricket Club, Carr Lane | 337 yd | |
| Tracy's Pies and Cakes | 44 Main Street | 485 yd | |
| The Old Barn | 25 Main Street | 501 yd | |
| Curiosity Corner Cafe | 27 Main Street | 501 yd | |
| Half Moon Bay Cafe | Smithy Lane | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Hall Inn | Heysham Road | 171 yd | |
| The Royal Hotel | Royal Hotel, Main Street | 501 yd | |
| The Bookmakers | 364 Heysham Road | 592 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental House | 35 Woborrow Road | 363 yd | |
| Max Chinese Takeaway | 382 Heysham Road | 509 yd | |
| Golden Sunrise | 372 Heysham Road | 509 yd | |
| McCann's Fish and Chips | 2 Tarnbrook Road | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | 2 Middleton Way | 353 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 362 Heysham Road | 509 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heysham Cricket Club HEYSHAM CRICKET CLUB HEYSHAM CRICKET CLUB CARR LANE | grass pitches | 338 yd |
| Heysham Mossgate Community & Sports Centre TOWNSON WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 397 yd |
| Barrows Lane Football Pitch CARR LANE | grass pitches | 447 yd |
| Peel Avenue Playing Fields KESWICK GROVE | grass pitches | 949 yd |
| St Patrick'S Catholic Primary School LITTLEDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 987 yd |
| Trumacar Community Primary School COMBERMERE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,009 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 | 90.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 23.5% |
| 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 | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.03 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.03 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.