Area Guide – Lancaster (LA)

Living in Lancaster (LA)

Crime levels in Lancaster (LA) are around the England average, local rail access nearby, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Lancaster (LA)

Is Lancaster (LA) a good place to live?

Lancaster (LA) has crime levels close to the England average and local rail access.

Are there good schools in Lancaster (LA)?

There are several schools serving Lancaster (LA), with Ofsted-rated options nearby.

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Lancaster (LA)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Around England average (89 vs 81 per 1,000)

directions_railway Transport Rail access via Lancaster Rail Station

Station	Distance
Lancaster Rail Station	0.3 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 5.5 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 21 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
KING STREET SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.0 mi
QUEEN SQUARE MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
HEALTHUB	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
PES@WELBOURNE OPTICIANS, LSC ICB	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
PES@SPECSAVERS LANCASTER, LSC ICB	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
LANCASTER TOWN HALL - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
NORTH LANCASHIRE INSPIRE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
LANCASTER MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
MBPRIMARYCARECOLLABORATIVEEXTACCESS	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
PALLIATIVE MEDICINE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
MEADOWSIDE MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
BMI THE LANCASTER HOSPITAL	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
LONGLANDS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
LANCASTER ROYAL GRAMMER SCHOOL SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
ROSEBANK MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
DR LONGDEN	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
OWEN ROAD SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
SCALE HALL SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
SCALE HALL SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
HMP LANCASTER FARMS (YOI)	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
ST JOHN'S HOSPICE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
ROYAL LANCASTER INFIRMARY	A&E Hospital	0.3 mi