About Dolphinholme

Dolphinholme is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the postcode area LA2. It lies near the River Wyre and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it a pleasant area for those who enjoy nature. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, providing a sense of community for its residents. In terms of accessibility, Dolphinholme is situated approximately five miles from the larger town of Lancaster, which offers a wider range of services and facilities. The village is also conveniently located for those wishing to explore the nearby Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ideal for walking and outdoor activities. Overall, Dolphinholme presents a quiet lifestyle with easy access to both rural and urban environments.

School Ratings in Dolphinholme

Families in Dolphinholme have access to 21 local schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Dolphinholme

Homes sell for an average of £304K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £398K.

Deprivation and Employment in Dolphinholme

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Dolphinholme around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Dolphinholme

Dolphinholme benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,650 sales

Average Price £304K
£100 — £4.68M
Detached £398K 1,223
Semi £243K 948
Terraced £200K 818
Flat £116K 366

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
6 Other
Dolphinholme Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Forton Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Galgate Children's Centre 2.3 miles Ellel St John the Evangelist Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Cawthorne's Endowed School Primary Good 2.9 miles Scorton Church of England Primary School Primary 3 miles University of Lancaster Good 3.1 miles Cockerham Parochial CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Crookhey Hall School Good 3.2 miles Calder Lodge School Good 4.1 miles Quernmore Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Stepping Stones School Outstanding 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Dolphinholme IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Dolphinholme are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
9/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
5,443 Children (0-15) 13%
26,579 Working Age 64%
12,719 Older (60+) 31%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Bare Lane Train Station 7.9 miles
Heysham Port Train Station 8.1 miles
Morecambe Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Five Lane Ends 0.6 miles Street 0.9 miles Bay Horse 1.2 miles Ortner 1.4 miles Smith Green 1.4 miles Hampson Green 1.4 miles Hollins Lane 1.8 miles Potters Brook 2 miles Galgate 2.2 miles Forton 2.2 miles Ellel 2.6 miles Abbeystead 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Lancaster
County Lancashire
Ward Scotforth West
Constituency Lancaster and Fleetwood
Parish Lancaster, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in LA2 30 shown View all streets

A65 8 Abbeystead Lane 2 Abbeystead Road 4 Addington Road 1 Agnesing Lane 1 Airedale 1 Ancliffe Lane 1 Anyon Lane 2 Arden Close 1 Armitage Way 1 Arrow Lane 2 Artlebeck Close 1 Artlebeck Grove 1 Artlebeck Road 2 Ascot Gardens 1 Ash Avenue 1 Ashcroft Close 2 Ashley Gardens 1 Ashton Road 2 Ashworth Drive 1 Aughton Brow 1 Aughton Road 4 B5290 2 B6480 17 Back Lane 6 Ball Lane 1 Balshaw Road 1 Bank Close 1 Banks Rise 1 Banks Way 1

Postcodes in LA2 50 shown View all postcodes

LA2 0AA LA2 0AB LA2 0AD LA2 0AE LA2 0AG LA2 0AH LA2 0AJ LA2 0AN LA2 0AP LA2 0AQ LA2 0AR LA2 0AS LA2 0AT LA2 0AU LA2 0AW LA2 0AX LA2 0AY LA2 0AZ LA2 0BA LA2 0BB LA2 0BD LA2 0BF LA2 0BG LA2 0BH LA2 0BJ LA2 0BL LA2 0BN LA2 0BP LA2 0BQ LA2 0BS LA2 0BT LA2 0BU LA2 0BW LA2 0BX LA2 0BY LA2 0BZ LA2 0DB LA2 0DD LA2 0DE LA2 0DF LA2 0DG LA2 0DH LA2 0DJ LA2 0DL LA2 0DN LA2 0DP LA2 0DQ LA2 0DR LA2 0DS LA2 0DT