Alpine View is in Bolton Le Sands, Carnforth and in Lancaster district. LA5 8EP is located in the Bolton & Slyne 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 Alpine View, Bolton Le Sands, Carnforth, LA5 8EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA5 8EL, LA5 8EX, LA5 8EY, LA5 8EJ, LA5 8EW, LA5 8EH, LA5 8EU, LA5 8HP, LA5 8EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA5 8EP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 48.6% | 49.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 50.4% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 LA5 8EP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 21.4% | 22.7% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 53.7% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 10.2% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 10.2% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 37.1% | 40% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 31.5% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 18.7% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 5% | 7.2% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 21.4% | 17.4% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 8.7% | -0.7% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 14.2% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.4% | 10.6% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 16.1% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 33% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 100% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 98.2% | 98.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.7% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alpine View was 23.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.7% lower than the Bolton & Slyne average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Alpine View has the 11th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Bolton & Slyne and the 69th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Alpine View, Carnforth, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2024-04-19 | £131,468 |
| 3 Alpine View, Carnforth, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £97,655 | 2017-08-03 | £134,753 |
| 1 Alpine View, Carnforth, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2014-10-13 | £86,288 |
| 1 Alpine View, Carnforth, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2014-08-01 | £71,491 |
| 4 Alpine View, Carnforth, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,500 | 2012-06-15 | £165,089 |
LA5 8EP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LA5 8EP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton-le-Sands Church of England Primary School Mount Pleasant Lane , Bolton-le-Sands LA5 8DT | 4out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nether Kellet Community Primary School Bridge Road , Nether Kellet LA6 1HH | 4out of 4 | 2,392 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carnforth Community Primary School North Road , LA5 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 2,499 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School North Road , LA5 9LJ | 3out of 4 | 2,599 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Carnforth Kellet Road , LA5 9LS | 3out of 4 | 2,812 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnforth High School Kellet Road , LA5 9LS | 3out of 4 | 2,820 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont College - A Salutem/Ambito College Slyne Road , LA2 6AP | - not rated | 5,415 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay View Garden Centre and Restaurant | Bay View Nursery And Garden Centre, Mill Lane | 312 yd | |
| Bay View Caravan Park | Bay View Holiday Park, Dertern Lane | 468 yd | |
| Trungs Restaurant | 4 Main Road | 579 yd | |
| Ellel WOW Group | Galgate Cricket Club Pavilion, Main Road | 668 yd | |
| Far Pavilion | Far Pavilion Restaurant, 25 Bye-Pass Road | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Hotel | 27 Main Road | 579 yd | |
| Blue Anchor | The Blue Anchor Hotel, 68 Main Road | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Packet Bridge Fish and Chips | 30 Main Road | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Bolton Le Sands | 2 Bye-Pass Road | 835 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bolton-Le-Sands Cricket Club MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 664 yd |
| Bolton Le Sands Playing Fields PACKET LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 861 yd |
| Bolton-Le-Sands Church Of England Primary School MOUNT PLEASANT LANE | grass pitches | 998 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.