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Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula

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About

The Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula area lies along the southern edge of the Lake District in Westmorland and Furness. It features a mix of coastal and rural landscapes, with views across Morecambe Bay. The area includes the historic market town of Cartmel, known for its priory and racecourse, as well as Grange-over-Sands, a seaside town with Victorian architecture and a promenade.

The peninsula is characterised by low-lying farmland, woodland, and estuaries, providing habitats for wildlife. Walking routes connect the towns to nearby hills and the Cumbria Coastal Way. Local produce, including Cartmel’s sticky toffee pudding, reflects the area’s agricultural heritage. The region offers a quieter alternative to the busier central Lake District.

Area overview

On average Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 30 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula is £44,500 per year. There are 6 schools in Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
30
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
7.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula Population
7,942
Population density
147.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,568
95.25%
Other White
223
2.81%
Irish
35
0.44%
Other Asian
15
0.19%
African
14
0.18%
Total population: 7,945

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,162
55.78%
Owns with a mortgage
834
21.52%
Private landlord or letting agency
457
11.79%
Other social rented
174
4.49%
Other forms of private rent
120
3.1%
Total households: 3,876

Property prices in Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula

Based on 151 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 in Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £775,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula 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 Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached57£410,000
Flats35£152,500
Semi-Detached33£250,000
Terraced26£227,500

10 years median price trend in Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Grange-over-Sands & Cartmel Peninsula.

Data Sources

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