Is LA1 5JU a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-08)
438 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of LA1 5JU. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
House prices
£202,966
Average price in Lancaster (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Up 4.9% year on year.
- Terraced
- £181,602
- Semi-detached
- £225,717
- Detached
- £348,161
- Flat / maisonette
- £115,617
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for LA1 5JU specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near LA1 5JU on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near LA1 5JU on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.