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Dalton South

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About

Dalton South ward is located in the borough of Westmorland and Furness, covering part of the town of Dalton-in-Furness. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes and semi-detached properties. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, serving the needs of the community. The ward is well-connected by road, with easy access to Barrow-in-Furness and the wider Furness Peninsula.

The landscape around Dalton South features green spaces and open fields, blending urban and rural elements. The ward has historical ties to the area's industrial past, particularly in mining and quarrying. Public transport links provide connections to nearby towns, supporting commuting and travel. The community is supported by local services and organisations, fostering a sense of belonging among residents.

Area overview

On average Dalton South has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dalton South is £38,632 per year. There are 2 schools in Dalton South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
6.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Dalton South Population
5,976
Population density
1,009 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,794
96.99%
Other White
43
0.72%
White and Asian (mixed)
28
0.47%
Other Asian
21
0.35%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
18
0.3%
Total population: 5,974

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,186
42.78%
Owns with a mortgage
962
34.7%
Private landlord or letting agency
365
13.17%
Social rents from council
153
5.52%
Other forms of private rent
59
2.13%
Total households: 2,772

Property prices in Dalton South

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Dalton South area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £502,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Dalton South 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 Dalton South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£283,500
Semi-Detached41£220,000
Terraced52£140,000

10 years median price trend in Dalton South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Dalton South.

All postcodes in Dalton South

LA158TF

Cemetery Hill

LA158UP

Holker Close

LA158GD

St Helen's

LA158HX

Broughton Road

LA158PZ

Brent Avenue

LA158SP

Cavendish Street

LA130ND

Newton Cross Road

LA158BB

Castle Street

LA158NT

Skelwith Drive

LA158PU

Hollygate Road

LA158RN

Broughton Road

LA158XJ

Adgarley Way

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.