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Old Barrow and Hindpool

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About

Old Barrow and Hindpool is a ward in Barrow-in-Furness, part of the Westmorland and Furness unitary authority. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced housing and smaller apartment blocks. It lies close to the town center, providing easy access to local shops, schools, and public transport. The ward includes some industrial sites, reflecting Barrow's historical ties to shipbuilding and manufacturing.

Hindpool is known for its green spaces, such as Hindpool Urban Park, which offers walking paths and recreational areas. The ward also features community facilities, including sports centers and libraries. Its proximity to the docks and industrial zones has shaped its character, balancing residential life with the town's working heritage. The area serves as a hub for local services while maintaining a quiet, neighborhood feel.

Area overview

On average Old Barrow and Hindpool has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 187 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Old Barrow and Hindpool is £28,262 per year. There are 9 schools in Old Barrow and Hindpool: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
187
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
21.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Old Barrow and Hindpool Population
12,159
Population density
2,124.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
11,294
92.86%
Other White
253
2.08%
Other Asian
106
0.87%
Chinese
101
0.83%
African
73
0.6%
Total population: 12,162

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,022
31.99%
Owns outright
1,616
25.57%
Owns with a mortgage
1,315
20.81%
Other social rented
663
10.49%
Social rents from council
523
8.28%
Total households: 6,320

Property prices in Old Barrow and Hindpool

Based on 147 recent sales, the median property price is £85,000 in Old Barrow and Hindpool area, with individual transactions ranging from £37,000 up to £232,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Old Barrow and Hindpool 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 Old Barrow and Hindpool over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£165,000
Flats4£91,250
Semi-Detached10£147,475
Terraced132£81,375

10 years median price trend in Old Barrow and Hindpool

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Old Barrow and Hindpool.

All postcodes in Old Barrow and Hindpool

LA141JB

Dalton Road

LA141PN

Dalton Road

LA141RU

Cornwallis Street

LA141TH

Crellin Street

LA142DR

Ramsden Street

LA142EP

Back Barton Street

LA142JQ

Cavendish Dock Road

LA142PX

St Patrick's Road

LA142QS

Abercorn Street

LA142SD

Anchor Road

LA142TH

Ramsden Dock Road

LA145RG

Drake Street

LA145SX

Keyes Street

LA145TU

Melbourne Street

LA145TW

Adelaide Street

LA149SA

Parade Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.