lancaster LA12 Postcodes

Lancaster (LA12)

The LA12 postcode area is located in the Lancaster postcode town region, within the county of Cumbria, and contains a total of 1093 individual postcodes.

There are 106 electoral wards in the LA12 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, 27% of people in LA12 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 LA12 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

The LA12 postcode in the Lancaster district is an area located in North West England, previously known as the Furness postcode area. It covers the part of South Cumbria in North Lancashire, including the towns of Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness, Barrow-in-Furness, and Grange-over-Sands. It also covers the surrounding rural areas.

The largest town in the LA12 postcode is Barrow-in-Furness, with an estimated population of 67,084 as of the 2011 census. It is located on the south shores of Morecambe Bay and operates as the administrative and industrial centre of South Cumbria. It is home to the Barrow Shipyard, one of the largest shipbuilding yards in the world.

The other large town in the LA12 postcode is Ulverston. It is a historic market town, located near the head of the estuary of the River Crake, on the north east coast of Morecambe Bay. It has some historical significance as it was the birthplace of pioneering comedian, actor and filmmaker Stan Laurel.

The small town of Grange-over-Sands is the third settled town in the LA12 postcode. It is a small resort town on the edge of Morecambe Bay, and is popular with tourists for its views across the bay. It features a number of historic houses and buildings, and is also home to the Grange-Over-Sands railway station, providing access to the wider region.

The remaining part of the LA12 postcode covers the surrounding rural areas. It contains a number of Sports and Leisure facilities, such as the Gleaston and White Moss Sailing Clubs, and a number of golf courses and shooting grounds. The area is also very popular with hikers, offering guided walks and trails and areas of outstanding natural beauty.

The LA12 postcode is also the home of the Furness Abbey, a 12th century Benedictine abbey located in the city of Barrow-in-Furness. Recently opened memorial gardens and a museum provide visitors with the opportunity to learn more about its history. The area also provides access to a range of outdoor activities, such as fishing, walking, cycling and horse riding.

The LA12 postcode is known for its strong sense of community, something that is further strengthened by its location in the north-west corner of the county, close to Lancashire and Yorkshire. The area is close to popular tourist attractions such as the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales, making it an ideal location for visitors as well as for those wishing to visit the wealth of pubs and restaurants that the region has to offer.

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