Northgate is in White Lund Industrial Estate, Morecambe and in Lancaster district. LA3 3AZ is located in the Westgate 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 Northgate, White Lund Industrial Estate, Morecambe, LA3 3AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA3 3AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 50.6% | 48.7% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 49.4% | 51.3% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 17.9% | 19.5% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 49.8% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 13.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 16.1% | 14.1% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 26.2% | 33.8% | 7.6% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 30.7% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 32.1% | 24.1% | -8.0% | 12.7% | 11.4% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 8.3% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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.
In the area around LA3 3AZ this area, 29.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49.1% | 29.1% | -20.0% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 12.1% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.5% | 9.7% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 10.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 22.3% | 16.0% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 14.6% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97% | 95.2% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97% | 94.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 94.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.2% | 37.2% | -14.0% |
| Christian | 64.5% | 46.2% | 18.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 10.1% | 6.0% | 4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northgate was 137.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.4% lower than the Westgate average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Northgate has the 11th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Westgate and the 107th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 2 Maple Works Northgate, Morecambe, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-03-25 | £118,574 |
| Unit 2 Maple Works Northgate, Morecambe, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2021-03-17 | £63,359 |
| Tyre Man Northgate, Morecambe, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-11-15 | £149,772 |
| Vantage Citroen Northgate, Morecambe, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £734,000 | 2015-12-31 | £918,216 |
LA3 3AZ 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 LA3 3AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 2,552 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 Grosvenor Park Primary School Roeburn Drive , Grosvenor Park LA3 3RY | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster Road Primary School Lancaster Road , LA4 5TH | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morecambe and Heysham Torrisholme Community Primary School Low Lane , Torrisholme LA4 6PN | 4out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morecambe and Heysham Westgate Primary School Langridge Way , Westgate LA4 4XF | 3out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Wood Primary School Beaufort Road , LA4 6UB | 3out of 4 | 1,363 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morecambe Bay Academy Dallam Avenue , LA4 5BG | 1out of 4 | 1,764 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bay Leadership Academy Osborne Road , LA3 1AB | 1out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic College Morecambe Road , LA1 2RX | 3out of 4 | 3,002 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster Girls' Grammar School Regent Street , LA1 1SF | 4out of 4 | 3,391 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy Ashton Road , LA1 4RS | 4out of 4 | 3,949 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,149 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 | 609 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Loyne Specialist School Sefton Drive , LA1 2QD | 4out of 4 | 2,006 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancaster Steiner School Lune Road , LA1 5QU | - not rated | 2,405 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont College - A Salutem/Ambito College Slyne Road , LA2 6AP | - not rated | 2,947 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadwick High School Mainway , Skerton LA1 2AY | 2out of 4 | 3,233 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittstop Cafe @ Lancaster Motorcycles | Ground Floor Front Unit 2 - 2a, Irving House, Northgate | 1 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Morecambe Road | 512 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | The Shrimp, Lancaster Road | 636 yd | |
| Jo-N-Lees | 18 Glentworth Road West | 806 yd | |
| Caffe Pausa, Dunelm Mill | Unit J, Sunnycliff Retail Park, Mellishaw Lane | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George Hotel | George Hotel, 302 Lancaster Road | 836 yd | |
| Torrisholme Taps | 312 Lancaster Road | 837 yd | |
| The William Mitchell | Glentworth Road West | 954 yd | |
| Jubilee Working Men's Club | Jubilee Club, Slyne Road | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sloppy Joe's | Unit 7, Northgate | 2 yd | |
| Troutbeck Chippy | 7 Windermere Avenue | 399 yd | |
| Top Taste | Westgate News, 28a Westgate | 479 yd | |
| Tomlinson's Catering Limited | 12 Forestgate | 517 yd | |
| Pickles | 351 Lancaster Road | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | Sainsburys, Lancaster Road | 804 yd | |
| One Stop Stores | 300 Lancaster Road | 836 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Morecambe Road School MORECAMBE ROAD | grass pitches | 514 yd |
| Ironmasters Gym WHITEFIELD PLACE | health and fitness suite | 850 yd |
| Lancaster Road Primary School LANCASTER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,012 yd |
| Morecambe & Heysham Grosvenor Park Primary School ROEBURN DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,045 yd |
| Lancaster And Morecambe College MORECAMBE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,051 yd |
| Torrisholme Community Primary School LOW LANE | grass pitches | 1,083 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| 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.