LA5 9TQ is in Yealand Redmayne, Carnforth and Lancaster district. LA5 9TQ 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 Yealand Redmayne, Carnforth, LA5 9TQ 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 local area around LA5 9TQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.4% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.6% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 9TQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% 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 | 18.6% | 22.7% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 57% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 10.3% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 6.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.6% | 47.4% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 37.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 11.5% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.9% | 16.7% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 7% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 11% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 3.7% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 14% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.3% | 45.5% | 0.2% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.6% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.2% | 97.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.7% | 37.2% | -7.5% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around LA5 9TQ was 31.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.2% lower than the Carnforth & Millhead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
LA5 9TQ has the 12th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Carnforth & Millhead and the 109th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Lancaster .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Mellings Place, Carnforth, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2026-02-13 | £310,000 |
| 45 Mellings Place, Carnforth, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £389,995 | 2025-06-19 | £399,804 |
| 47 Mellings Place, Carnforth, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £370,495 | 2025-02-28 | £374,167 |
| 39 Mellings Place, Carnforth, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £381,995 | 2025-02-27 | £385,781 |
| 49 Mellings Place, Carnforth, Lancashire Detached, a newly built property | £370,495 | 2024-10-25 | £369,769 |
LA5 9TQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
LA5 9TQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 9TQ 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 | 120 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yealand Church of England Primary School Footeran Lane , Yealand Redmayne LA5 9SU | 3out of 4 | 344 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warton Archbishop Hutton's VC Primary School Back Lane , Warton LA5 9QU | 3out of 4 | 3,418 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton Morewood CofE Primary School Main Street , Burton-in-Kendal LA6 1ND | 3out of 4 | 3,433 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton Morewood CofE Primary School Main Street , Burton LA6 1ND | - not rated | 3,433 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beetham CofE Primary School Stanley Street , Beetham LA7 7AS | 3out of 4 | 4,250 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 907 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bleasdale School 27 Emesgate Lane , Silverdale LA5 0RG | 4out of 4 | 4,438 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgway Park Jenny Browns Point , Silverdale LA5 0UA | - not rated | 4,811 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wings School Whassett , Milnthorpe LA7 7DN | - not rated | 5,377 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yealand Church Of England Primary School FOOTERAN LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 341 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.