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High Furness

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 22 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

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

High Furness Population

3,768

Population density

26 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

10.35(-72%)

Other theft

3.18(-52%)

Public order

2.39(-76%)

Drugs

1.59(-58%)

Criminal damage and arson

1.33(-85%)

North West average

Demographics

British

3,652

96.92%

Other White

1.54%

Irish

0.37%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.29%

White and Black African (mixed)

0.19%

Total population: 3,768

Economics

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

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

3.52%

Other social rented

2.8%

Total households: 1,678

Property prices in High Furness

Based on 38 recent sales, the median property price is £242,750 in High Furness area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £995,000.

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 High Furness over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	9	£385,000	£231,200	£280,000	£650,000	£869,000
Flats	2	£290,000	£231,500	£257,500	£322,500	£348,500
Semi-Detached	12	£198,500	£138,150	£179,625	£255,000	£353,000
Terraced	15	£242,500	£155,000	£197,500	£260,000	£379,500

10 years median price trend in High Furness

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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

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