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Kent Estuary

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About

The Kent Estuary ward is located in Westmorland and Furness, covering a stretch of the Kent River as it flows into Morecambe Bay. The area includes villages such as Staveley, Burneside, and parts of the surrounding rural landscape. The ward is characterised by its mix of farmland, woodland, and small settlements, with the river playing a central role in the local geography.

The ward is part of the South Lakeland district, known for its scenic routes and proximity to the Lake District National Park. The Kent Estuary itself is a tidal estuary, supporting wildlife and offering opportunities for walking and birdwatching. The area maintains a quiet, rural atmosphere, with local communities focused on agriculture and tourism. Transport links include the A591, connecting the ward to Kendal and Windermere.

Area overview

On average Kent Estuary has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 32 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kent Estuary is £44,700 per year. There are 5 schools in Kent Estuary: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
32
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
6.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kent Estuary Population
6,219
Population density
186.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,975
96.11%
Other White
107
1.72%
White and Asian (mixed)
29
0.47%
Irish
28
0.45%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
17
0.27%
Total population: 6,217

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,558
54.59%
Owns with a mortgage
685
24%
Private landlord or letting agency
254
8.9%
Other social rented
141
4.94%
Social rents from council
135
4.73%
Total households: 2,854

Property prices in Kent Estuary

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £306,000 in Kent Estuary area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £890,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kent Estuary 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 Kent Estuary over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached28£464,583
Flats16£242,500
Semi-Detached21£287,500
Terraced13£231,500

10 years median price trend in Kent Estuary

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Kent Estuary.

Data Sources

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