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Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby

About

Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby is a rural area in Westmorland and Furness, known for its natural landscapes and historic villages. The region includes Coniston Water, a popular spot for outdoor activities like boating and hiking, with the Old Man of Coniston providing a challenging climb. Broughton-in-Furness is a market town with Georgian architecture, while Kirkby-in-Furness offers coastal views and access to the Duddon Estuary.

The area has strong ties to local industry, including slate quarrying and farming. Villages like Torver and Ulpha retain traditional character, with stone-built homes and quiet lanes. The Cumbrian Way long-distance footpath passes through the region, linking it to the wider Lake District. Transport relies mainly on roads, with the A595 connecting larger settlements.

Area overview

On average Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 25 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby is £45,800 per year. There are 6 schools in Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby Population

5,552

Population density

21 per km²

Demographics

British

5,375

96.81%

Other White

1.75%

Irish

0.32%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.2%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.16%

Total population: 5,552

Housing

Owns outright

1,297

51.67%

Owns with a mortgage

597

23.78%

Private landlord or letting agency

315

12.55%

Other social rented

142

5.66%

Other forms of private rent

3.63%

Total households: 2,510

Property prices in Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £2,450,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	22	£497,500	£249,600	£386,250	£687,500	£1,227,750
Flats	4	£199,000	£169,600	£172,000	£257,500	£335,500
Semi-Detached	15	£215,000	£143,100	£184,250	£335,000	£454,500
Terraced	20	£244,000	£164,500	£217,500	£312,500	£422,500

10 years median price trend in Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby

All postcodes in Coniston, Broughton & Kirkby

LA218ED

Hawkshead Old Road

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail