lancaster LA20 Postcodes
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Lancaster (LA20)
The LA20 postcode area is located in the Lancaster postcode town region, within the county of Cumbria, and contains a total of 95 individual postcodes.
There are 23 electoral wards in the LA20 postcode area, including Ambleside, Askam-In-Furness, Barrow-In-Furness, Broughton-In-Furness, Carnforth, Coniston, Dalton-In-Furness, Grange-Over-Sands, Kendal, Kirkby-In-Furness, Lancaster, Millom, Milnthorpe, Morecambe, Sedbergh, Ulverston, Windermere which come under the local authority of the South Lakeland Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 30% of people in LA20 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of LA20 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
LA20 refers to the postcode district in Lancaster, UK. The district predominantly covers the town of Ulverston, which is located about twenty miles southwest of Lancaster.
The area is surrounded by nature reserves, with both Arnside Knott and Hampsfell Nature Reserve being a stone's throw away. Ulverston features an impressive number of attractions, such as the longstanding local landmark Penny Bridge, Rusland Pool and the Leighton Hall. There are also plenty of sites of historical interest, including native burial sites, historic buildings and a range of surviving Roman ruins.
The area is home to The Dock Museum, an attraction where visitors can learn the history of the area. The locally renowned Ulverston Canal opened up the district to transportation in 1820, a major event in the area's history. The Ulverston Market hosts a variety of stalls selling local produce and crafts, and just outside of the town, the local farm shop at Torver offers organic local produce.
LA20 offers easy access to the nearby Lake District, as well as the popular tourist town of Grange-over-Sands. Just along the coast lies the town of Barrow-in-Furness, the birthplace of the Nuclear Submarine, as well as Furness Abbey, a Grade I listed building.
The town has a number of outdoor activities and sports facilities, including leisure parks, green spaces and footpaths. Ulverston also hosts the long running Cumbria Classic Car Show, as well as various entertainment, including the local theatre, the Coronation Hall, which sits at the heart of the town.
In terms of education, the postcode district ties in with Barrow-in-Furness College as well as the nearby Ulverston Victoria High School. Other local school options include Buckskinner Primary School, Furness Primary School, Abbotswood Primary School, Fellgate Primary School and Ford Park Schools.
The LA20 postcode district is an ideal location for anyone seeking a peaceful country life, close to the attractions of the Lake District, whilst benefitting from the surrounding nature reserves and historical sites. With stunning scenery, varied activities and an array of local attractions, it offers something for everyone.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 94%WORKING
- 6%UNEMPLOYED
6% of people in LA20 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 98%WHITE
- 2%NON-WHITE
98% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
Cumbria
LA20 is located in the county of Cumbria, in England.
Cumbria has a total population of 497,900, making it the 41st largest county in the UK.
Cumbria has a total area of 2612 square miles, and a population density of 73 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
Outward Code | LA20 |
Postal Town | Lancaster |
MSOA Name | South Lakeland 008 |
LSOA Name | South Lakeland 008A |
County | Cumbria |
Region | Cumbria |
Country | England |
Local Authority | South Lakeland |
Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
LA20 Electoral Wards
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 30% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.