North Road is in Carnforth and in Lancaster district. LA5 9LU 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 North Road, Carnforth, LA5 9LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA5 9XD, LA5 9XA, LA5 9XG, LA5 9XQ, LA5 9XF, LA5 9XB, LA5 9XE, LA5 9XN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LA5 9LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 52.9% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 44.8% | 47.1% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 9LU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% 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 | 16.7% | 16.6% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -21.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 51.5% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 7.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 11% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 20.3% | 18.3% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 12.2% |
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 (66.3%) 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 | 29.8% | 37.1% | 7.3% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 29.2% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 24.2% | 18.7% | -5.5% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 13.6% | 14.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 10.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 33.7% | 22.8% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 6.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 11.5% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 8.6% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 14.1% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 30.3% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 3% | 6.3% | 3.3% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.5% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 98.2% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 64.9% | 46.2% | 18.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Road was 53.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.9% lower than the Carnforth & Millhead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Carnforth & Millhead and the 197th lowest crime rate of 477 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139 North Road, Carnforth, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2024-11-20 | £308,036 |
| 132 North Road, Carnforth, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2024-10-29 | £224,300 |
| 131 North Road, Carnforth, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-10-21 | £249,919 |
| 129 North Road, Carnforth, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-07-12 | £475,808 |
| 139 North Road, Carnforth, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-09-28 | £350,545 |
LA5 9LU 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 9LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 184 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Carnforth Kellet Road , LA5 9LS | 3out of 4 | 459 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School North Road , LA5 9LJ | 3out of 4 | 566 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carnforth Community Primary School North Road , LA5 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 669 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warton Archbishop Hutton's VC Primary School Warton , Back Lane, Warton LA5 9QU | 3out of 4 | 1,754 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Over Kellet Wilson's Endowed Church of England Primary School School Lane , Over Kellet LA6 1BN | 3out of 4 | 2,374 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 | 587 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnforth Town Council | Civic Hall, North Road | 568 yd | |
| Cafe Edelweiss | 5 Ashtrees Way | 645 yd | |
| Fab Floral | Unit 2, Carnforth Station Gateway Building, Warton Road | 788 yd | |
| Brief Encounter Bistro & Bar | Carnforth Railway Station, Warton Road | 866 yd | |
| Truck Haven | Truckhaven Services, Scotland Road | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shovel Inn | North Road | 198 yd | |
| Taps on the Green | 77 Kellet Road | 627 yd | |
| The County Hotel | County Hotel, Lancaster Road | 705 yd | |
| Carnforth Hotel | Lancaster Road | 705 yd | |
| Conservative Club | Carnforth Conservative Club, Station Buildings, Warton Road | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Essence | 2 Scotland Road | 496 yd | |
| Peking Chinese | 32 Market Street | 632 yd | |
| SillyZ | 42a Market Street | 632 yd | |
| Sizzle In | 30 Market Street | 632 yd | |
| Popeye's | 3-7 New Street | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Food Stores Ltd, Scotland Road | 422 yd | |
| E.H Booth & Co.Ltd | Booths, Scotland Road | 422 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic Primary School KELLET ROAD | grass pitches | 476 yd |
| Carnforth Civic Hall NORTH ROAD | 572 yd | |
| Carnforth Swimming Pool KELLET ROAD | swimming pool | 584 yd |
| Carnforth High School KELLET ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 588 yd |
| Christ Church C.E. Primary School NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 645 yd |
| Carnforth North Road Primary School NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Millhead Recreation Ground CARLISLE TERRACE | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Carnforth Rangers Fc LUNDSFIELD LUNDSFIELD KELLET ROAD | grass pitches | 999 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 | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| 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 | 33.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.