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Appleby and Brough

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About

Appleby and Brough ward is located in the Eden Valley, within the Westmorland and Furness local authority area. The ward includes the historic market town of Appleby-in-Westmorland, known for its well-preserved medieval streets and annual horse fair. Brough, a smaller settlement, lies to the east and is home to the ruins of Brough Castle. The area is largely rural, with agriculture playing a significant role in the local economy.

The landscape is characterised by rolling farmland, the River Eden, and the nearby North Pennines. Transport links include the A66 road and the Settle-Carlisle railway line, which runs through the ward. The ward has a mix of residential, commercial, and agricultural land use, with tourism also contributing to the economy due to its scenic surroundings and historic attractions. Community facilities include schools, local shops, and pubs, serving both residents and visitors.

Area overview

On average Appleby and Brough has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Appleby and Brough is £38,793 per year. There are 4 schools in Appleby and Brough: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
6.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Appleby and Brough Population
5,985
Population density
24.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,800
96.91%
Other White
88
1.47%
Irish
15
0.25%
Bangladeshi
11
0.18%
White and Asian (mixed)
10
0.17%
Total population: 5,985

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,380
50.02%
Owns with a mortgage
588
21.31%
Private landlord or letting agency
424
15.37%
Other social rented
196
7.1%
Other forms of private rent
107
3.88%
Total households: 2,759

Property prices in Appleby and Brough

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £237,975 in Appleby and Brough area, with individual transactions ranging from £52,500 up to £654,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Appleby and Brough in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Appleby and Brough over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached25£346,000
Flats9£74,400
Semi-Detached29£224,200
Terraced21£207,500

10 years median price trend in Appleby and Brough

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Appleby and Brough.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.