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Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton

About

The Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton area lies in Westmorland and Furness, within the northern part of the Eden Valley. The landscape is characterised by rolling farmland, wooded valleys, and the River Eden, which flows through the region. Lazonby serves as a local hub with amenities including a village shop, primary school, and railway station connecting to Carlisle and Penrith.

Hesket and Skelton are smaller settlements, surrounded by open countryside and quiet lanes ideal for walking and cycling. The area has a mix of traditional stone-built homes and farmsteads, reflecting its agricultural heritage. Nearby attractions include the historic Lacy’s Caves and the Pennine Way, offering outdoor recreation opportunities. The community is close-knit, with local events often centred around village halls and churches.

Area overview

On average Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 22 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton is £47,300 per year. There are 7 schools in Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton: 7 primary (3 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton Population

6,252

Population density

27.9 per km²

Demographics

British

6,087

97.36%

Other White

1.1%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.38%

Irish

0.32%

Indian

0.14%

Total population: 6,252

Housing

Owns outright

1,329

49.83%

Owns with a mortgage

679

25.46%

Private landlord or letting agency

394

14.77%

Other social rented

118

4.42%

Other forms of private rent

104

3.9%

Total households: 2,667

Property prices in Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,500 up to £800,000.

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 Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	35	£405,000	£270,300	£352,500	£455,500	£599,750
Semi-Detached	25	£255,000	£123,200	£225,000	£284,000	£528,040
Terraced	11	£155,000	£107,000	£141,200	£187,500	£300,000

10 years median price trend in Hesket, Lazonby & Skelton

Data Sources

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

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

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