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Penrith Outer

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About

Penrith Outer is a rural area located in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria. It encompasses farmland, small villages, and open countryside, with the Lake District National Park to the west. The area is known for its agricultural activity, including sheep farming and crop cultivation. Scattered settlements like Langwathby and Skelton provide local amenities, while Penrith town serves as the main hub for services and transport.

The landscape features rolling hills, river valleys, and patches of woodland, with the River Eden flowing through the region. Historic sites such as Mayburgh Henge and King Arthur’s Round Table add cultural interest. The area is well-connected by the M6 motorway and West Coast Main Line, making it accessible while retaining a quiet, rural character. Outdoor activities like walking and cycling are popular due to the proximity of the Pennines and the Lakes.

Area overview

On average Penrith Outer has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Penrith Outer is £42,800 per year. There are 6 schools in Penrith Outer: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
8.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Penrith Outer Population
10,877
Population density
251.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,177
93.55%
Other White
379
3.48%
Other
47
0.43%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
39
0.36%
Irish
33
0.3%
Total population: 10,879

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,451
49.88%
Owns with a mortgage
1,339
27.25%
Private landlord or letting agency
543
11.05%
Other social rented
297
6.04%
Other forms of private rent
140
2.85%
Total households: 4,914

Property prices in Penrith Outer

Based on 194 recent sales, the median property price is £235,098 in Penrith Outer area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,500 up to £825,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Penrith Outer 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 Penrith Outer over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached72£330,000
Flats15£115,000
Semi-Detached63£209,000
Terraced44£202,000

10 years median price trend in Penrith Outer

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Penrith Outer.

Data Sources

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