Park View is in Carnforth and in Lancaster district. LA5 9HQ is located in the Carnforth & Millhead 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 Park View, Carnforth, LA5 9HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA5 9HG, LA5 9HF, LA5 9HH, LA5 9HE, LA5 9HL, LA5 9HJ, LA5 9DR, LA5 9UB, LA5 9UU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA5 9HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.2% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.8% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LA5 9HQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.6% | 49.3% | 13.7% | 37.9% | 11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 24.9% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -19.3% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 19.6% | 18.4% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 9.3% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.5% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 43.9% | 38.9% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 33.8% | -4.8% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 18.4% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 6% | 3.7% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.7% | 14.5% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 11.5% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.9% | 20% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.6% | 21.5% | 1.9% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 22% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 6.4% | 4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.7% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 97.3% | 99.1% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 97.3% | 99.1% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.5% | 37.2% | 17.3% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park View was 126.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.2% higher than the Carnforth & Millhead average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Park View has the 3rd highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Carnforth & Millhead and the 118th highest crime rate of 477 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Park View, Carnforth, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-10-28 | £208,387 |
| 1 Park View, Carnforth, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2015-04-30 | £287,738 |
| 1 Park View, Carnforth, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2014-01-30 | £176,109 |
| 2 Park View, Carnforth, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2013-05-10 | £222,949 |
| 3 Park View, Carnforth, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2008-01-04 | £237,307 |
LA5 9HQ 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 | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warton Archbishop Hutton's VC Primary School Warton , Back Lane, Warton LA5 9QU | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School North Road , LA5 9LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carnforth Community Primary School North Road , LA5 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Carnforth Kellet Road , LA5 9LS | 3out of 4 | 1,315 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Over Kellet Wilson's Endowed Church of England Primary School School Lane , Over Kellet LA6 1BN | 3out of 4 | 3,302 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,482 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect House Birch Cottage , Moss Lane Off Eight Acre Lane LA5 9TG | - not rated | 5,322 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fab Floral | Unit 2, Carnforth Station Gateway Building, Warton Road | 859 yd | |
| Cafe Edelweiss | 5 Ashtrees Way | 882 yd | |
| Truck Haven | Truckhaven Services, Scotland Road | 885 yd | |
| Brief Encounter Bistro & Bar | Carnforth Railway Station, Warton Road | 931 yd | |
| Carnforth Town Council | Civic Hall, North Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nib | Mill Lane | 176 yd | |
| Conservative Club | Carnforth Conservative Club, Station Buildings, Warton Road | 823 yd | |
| The Snug Micropub | Unit 6, Carnforth Station Gateway Building, Warton Road | 859 yd | |
| The Malt Shovel Inn | The Malt Shovel, 66 Main Street | 877 yd | |
| George Washington | The George Washington, 71 Main Street | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Massala | 5 Station Buildings, Warton Road | 812 yd | |
| China Essence | 2 Scotland Road | 885 yd | |
| Popeye's | 3-7 New Street | 919 yd | |
| Peking Chinese | 32 Market Street | 919 yd | |
| SillyZ | 42a Market Street | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| E.H Booth & Co.Ltd | Booths, Scotland Road | 776 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Food Stores Ltd, Scotland Road | 776 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Millhead Recreation Ground CARLISLE TERRACE | grass pitches | 85 yd |
| Archbishop Hutton'S Primary School Back Lane | grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| Carnforth Civic Hall NORTH ROAD | 1,071 yd | |
| Christ Church C.E. Primary School NORTH ROAD | 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 | 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.