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Houghton and Irthington

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About

Houghton and Irthington ward is a predominantly rural area in the north of Cumberland, situated between the River Irthing and the course of Hadrian's Wall. The landscape consists of farmland, scattered settlements, and areas of woodland. The ward includes the villages of Houghton and Irthington, along with smaller hamlets like Fenton and Coombe. Agriculture remains a significant part of the local economy, shaping the open fields and hedgerows that characterise much of the area.

The historical presence of the Roman frontier is felt here, with the Vallum earthwork and several Roman camps located within its boundaries, embedded in the agricultural land. The ward is crossed by several minor roads connecting the villages to Carlisle. Community life centres on local institutions like village halls and parish churches. The area offers views towards the northern Pennines, under wide, often changeable skies typical of this part of northern England.

Area overview

On average Houghton and Irthington has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 59 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Houghton and Irthington is £44,538 per year. There are 4 schools in Houghton and Irthington: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Houghton and Irthington is home to around 5,242 people, with a population density of about 34.4 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
59
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
1.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Houghton and Irthington Population
5,242
Population density
34.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
32.24(-14%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.87(-24%)
Other theft
5.91(-10%)
Public order
5.72(-44%)
Drugs
3.43(-12%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,007
95.55%
Other White
83
1.58%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
28
0.53%
Indian
27
0.52%
African
20
0.38%
Total population: 5,240

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,525
34.62%
Level 3 (A level)
770
17.48%
No qualifications
635
14.42%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
621
14.1%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
388
8.81%
Total 16+ residents: 4,405

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,199
52.56%
Owns with a mortgage
736
32.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
229
10.04%
Other forms of private rent
60
2.63%
Other social rented
39
1.71%
Total households: 2,281

Property prices in Houghton and Irthington

Based on 76 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Houghton and Irthington area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £740,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Houghton and Irthington 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 Houghton and Irthington over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached42£365,000
Flats2£115,000
Semi-Detached26£223,750
Terraced6£203,750

10 years median price trend in Houghton and Irthington

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Houghton and Irthington.

All postcodes in Houghton and Irthington

CA64RR

The Nurseries

CA30NH

Oakbank

CA64QE

Brampton Old Road

CA64PF

Houghton and Irthington

CA64PR

Dale View

CA66DA

Houghton and Irthington

CA66JT

Houghton and Irthington

CA64LT

Houghton and Irthington

CA64PG

Anvil Close

CA64LL

Church Houses

CA64JF

Houghton and Irthington

CA64PX

Houghton and Irthington

CA66BQ

Houghton and Irthington

CA66BX

Houghton and Irthington

CA30NY

Houghton and Irthington

CA30NR

Jackson Road

CA30PA

Jackson Road

CA64RA

Houghton and Irthington

CA66JP

Houghton and Irthington

CA66DY

Skitby Road

CA82AX

Longtown Road

CA82DN

Cherry Lane

CA66HE

Houghton and Irthington

CA64JG

Knells Farm Cottages

CA64PT

Houghton and Irthington

CA66DE

Houghton and Irthington

CA66DU

Netherfield

CA64RS

Chestnut Grove

CA66AZ

Skitby Road

CA66BD

Houghton and Irthington

CA48AQ

Broomy Hill

CA64PD

Oak Drive

CA64JB

Brunstock Lane

CA64PE

Houghton and Irthington

CA30LG

Antonine Way

CA30LB

Houghton Road

CA64NP

Houghton and Irthington

CA66HA

Woodhouse

CA82BL

Houghton and Irthington

CA64NB

Houghton and Irthington

CA66LY

Houghton and Irthington

CA30LA

Houghton Road

CA30LE

Tribune Drive

CA30LD

Houghton Road

CA48PR

Tithebarn Hill

CA48PE

Grahams Croft

CA64QY

Houghton and Irthington

CA66BA

Houghton and Irthington

CA66DL

Skitby Road

CA66BU

Houghton and Irthington

CA82BW

Houghton and Irthington

CA48AW

Houghton and Irthington

CA66EP

Dacre Road

CA64PU

Houghton and Irthington

CA30JH

Brampton Old Road

CA48NT

Plains Road

CA30LP

Orchard Lane

CA66BE

Houghton and Irthington

CA82DR

Woodleigh

CA66DF

Houghton and Irthington

CA66EY

Houghton and Irthington

CA66BS

Houghton and Irthington

CA30LY

Orchard Lane

CA30JX

Tarraby Mews

CA64EW

Houghton and Irthington

CA30NS

Smithy Croft

CA64QN

Green Lane

CA30LT

Drawdykes Lane

CA66HD

Houghton and Irthington

Data Sources

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