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High Furness

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About

High Furness ward covers a large rural area within the Lake District National Park, centred around the town of Hawkshead and the eastern shore of Coniston Water. The landscape is characterised by low fells, scattered woodlands, and agricultural land, with a network of narrow lanes connecting small hamlets. The ward includes the historic village of Sawrey, which attracts many visitors each year.

The area's economy is closely linked to farming, forestry, and tourism. Coniston Water is a focal point for recreational activities like boating and walking. The ward contains significant historical sites, including the ruins of Furness Abbey's outlying granges. Local governance involves several parish councils addressing the needs of its dispersed population.

Area overview

On average High Furness has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 25 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in High Furness is £44,193 per year. There are 4 schools in High Furness: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). High Furness is home to around 3,768 people, with a population density of about 26.0 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
25
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
4.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

High Furness Population
3,768
Population density
26 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
14.07(-62%)
Other theft
2.92(-56%)
Public order
2.39(-76%)
Anti-social behaviour
1.59(-91%)
Burglary
1.59(-71%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,652
96.92%
Other White
58
1.54%
Irish
14
0.37%
White and Asian (mixed)
11
0.29%
White and Black African (mixed)
7
0.19%
Total population: 3,768

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,424
44.05%
Level 3 (A level)
520
16.08%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
370
11.44%
No qualifications
367
11.35%
Apprenticeship
253
7.83%
Total 16+ residents: 3,233

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
859
51.19%
Owns with a mortgage
469
27.95%
Private landlord or letting agency
211
12.57%
Other forms of private rent
59
3.52%
Other social rented
47
2.8%
Total households: 1,678

Property prices in High Furness

Based on 50 recent sales, the median property price is £246,500 in High Furness area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £680,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for High Furness 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 High Furness over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£377,500
Flats2£160,000
Semi-Detached19£230,000
Terraced17£235,000

10 years median price trend in High Furness

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in High Furness.

All postcodes in High Furness

LA127SL

Oak Vale

LA177XQ

High Furness

LA206HG

Brade Street

LA206BH

Kepplewray Hill

LA177WZ

High Furness

LA206AQ

High Furness

LA127SA

High Furness

LA206JG

Broom Close

LA177YA

High Furness

LA177UU

Marsh Garth

LA206HF

Church Street

LA206BJ

Kepplewray Hill

LA127NX

Beckside

LA127PG

Croft Garth

LA206HD

Occupation Lane

LA206JB

The Square

LA177TH

Mill View

LA127RH

Follet Close

LA127PR

Kirkby Slate Road

LA206AB

High Furness

LA206DR

Sella Brow

LA127SW

The Rake

LA206DS

High Furness

LA177TG

High Furness

LA206AZ

Kiln Bank Cross

LA177XT

High Furness

LA177UW

Incline Foot Cottages

LA177UJ

High Furness

LA177XJ

Spring Gardens

LA127QT

High Furness

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.