lancaster LA6 Postcodes

Lancaster (LA6)

The LA6 postcode area is located in the Lancaster postcode town region, within the county of Lancashire, and contains a total of 751 individual postcodes.

There are 121 electoral wards in the LA6 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 Lancaster Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 30% of people in LA6 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 LA6 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 LA6 postcode is part of the Lancaster post town in the Lancaster district of England. This region covers parts of the City of Lancaster, the neighbouring towns of Nether Kellet and Over Kellet, and some of the surrounding countryside. It also includes part of the scenic River Lune Valley.

The LA6 postcode covers an area of 9.5 square miles, mostly located in the south western part of the district. The major town in the area is Carnforth, which lies on the A6 road and historically provided railway services to the nearby Irish Sea coast. Other towns in the LA6 postcode area include Bolton-le-Sands, Over Kellet, Nether Kellet, and Cockerham.

There are several primary and secondary schools located in the LA6 postcode area, along with several further education campuses. The area is also well serviced by healthcare facilities, with the Royal Lancaster Infirmary located in Carnforth.

The local economy is largely driven by the tourism sector, due to its close proximity to the Lake District and the Lancashire coast. In recent decades, the area has seen significant investment, with a number of major businesses now based in the LA6 postcode.

Cultural attractions in the area include the Carnforth Station Heritage Centre, Holt Station Museum, and the Lancaster Canal, as well as the many areas of natural beauty in the district. The numerous pubs, restaurants, and venues which serve Carnforth and its surrounding areas are well-known throughout the region.

The LA6 postcode area is well-served by public transport, with regular bus, rail, and air links throughout the district. The area is also well-connected via the M6 motorway, with access to other nearby cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

The LA6 postcode is located in a popular location with some of the most stunning scenery in the country, making it an ideal place for those looking to living or visit in the area. It's a place where residents are connected to both rural and urban life, with the stunning countryside at the doorstep and the nearby cities a short journey away.

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