Last updated May 2026

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Area guide · Lancaster

Living in Bailrigg

A snapshot of life in Bailrigg, North West — house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more, drawn straight from official UK datasets.

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At a glance

Bailrigg is a village in Lancaster, North West with a population of 4,788. The average house price is £695,000 and the overall crime rate is 72.9 per 1,000 residents.

Where Bailrigg ranks

Population

4,788

Avg House Price

£695,000

Crime Rate

72.9/1k

Top-Two School Inspection Bands

N/A

Avg Download Speed

415 Mbps

EPC Rating

Median Income

£29,467

Median Age

43.8

House Prices (2025)

Average Price by Property Type (2025)

Price Trend (10 Years)

Bailrigg prices have risen 106% over the last 9 years (£337,500 → £695,000).

Property Type	Average	Median	Sales Count
Detached	£695,000	£695,000	1
Semi-Detached	N/A	N/A	0
Terraced	N/A	N/A	0
Flat	N/A	N/A	0

Crime & safety

The overall crime rate in Bailrigg is 72.9 per 1,000 residents.

Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)

Most common offence in Bailrigg: violent crime (41% of all recorded crimes).

Schools & Education

School Inspection Breakdown

School Details

Total Schools	0
Primary	0
Secondary	0
% Top two bands	N/A

Broadband & Connectivity

Bailrigg averages 415 Mbps — 315% above the typical UK download speed.

Energy Efficiency & Running Costs

Most Bailrigg homes sit at band C on the EPC scale. 51.2% of homes reach band C or above.

Average EPC Rating	C
Average EPC Score	67.6
% Rated C or Above	51.2%
Avg Energy Cost (per year)	£1,337

Demographics & Economy

Population	4,788
Median Age	43.8
Median Household Income	£29,467
Employment Rate	52.2%
Owner Occupied	67.1%
Degree-Level Qualified	32.3%

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in Bailrigg?

The average house price in Bailrigg is £695,000 based on Land Registry sales in 2025.

What is the cheapest type of property to buy in Bailrigg?

The most affordable entry point in Bailrigg is a detached, with an average price of £695,000.

Is Bailrigg a safe place to live?

Bailrigg has a recorded crime rate of 72.9 per 1,000 residents. Whether that feels "safe" depends on the comparison — see how it stacks up against nearby towns in the rankings below.

What broadband speeds are available in Bailrigg?

Average broadband download speeds in Bailrigg are around 415 Mbps. Superfast (30 Mbps+) coverage reaches 97.6% of premises.

How big is Bailrigg?

Bailrigg is a settlement in Lancaster with a population of approximately 4,788.

Most compared with

How does Bailrigg stack up against its neighbours?

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Bolton-le-Sands

House price: £695,000 · £247,557
Crime rate: 72.9 · 73.1
Distance: 6.1 mi

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Carleton

House price: £695,000 · £272,429
Crime rate: 72.9 · 58.8
Distance: 14.0 mi

Bailrigg

Carnforth

House price: £695,000 · £312,342
Crime rate: 72.9 · 73.3
Distance: 8.3 mi

Bailrigg

Cleveleys

House price: £695,000 · £240,129
Crime rate: 72.9 · 70.4
Distance: 13.4 mi

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Fleetwood

House price: £695,000 · £145,601
Crime rate: 72.9 · 58.8
Distance: 11.6 mi

Bailrigg

Garstang

House price: £695,000 · £275,419
Crime rate: 72.9 · 58.6
Distance: 7.4 mi

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