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Penrith South

About

Penrith South ward encompasses the southern neighbourhoods of Penrith, a market town situated just north of the River Eamont. The area includes residential streets, local schools, and retail parks that serve the wider community. Its landscape is characterised by views towards the nearby Pennine fells, which frame the western horizon. The ward functions as a key residential and service area for the town, with direct access to the M6 motorway providing connections across the region.

The area includes the historic Penrith Castle grounds, a green space with ruins dating to the 14th century, located near the town centre. Development ranges from older terraced housing to more modern estates, supporting a mix of households. Local facilities are geared towards day-to-day needs, with several supermarkets and business units located on its periphery. The ward's structure reflects Penrith's role as a central hub within the Eden Valley.

Area overview

On average Penrith South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 81 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Penrith South is £39,926 per year. There are 5 schools in Penrith South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good). Penrith South is home to around 9,414 people, with a population density of about 1,177.5 per km2.

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Penrith South Population

9,414

Population density

1,177.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

45.89(+24%)

Shoplifting

14.98(+162%)

Public order

9.67(-4%)

Criminal damage and arson

7.44(-17%)

Drugs

6.48(+71%)

North West average

Demographics

British

8,524

90.54%

Other White

524

5.57%

Indian

0.69%

Chinese

0.52%

Irish

0.48%

Total population: 9,415

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,917

24.38%

No qualifications

1,679

21.35%

Level 3 (A level)

1,300

16.53%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,245

15.83%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

864

10.99%

Total 16+ residents: 7,864

Housing

Owns outright

1,566

35.6%

Owns with a mortgage

1,058

24.05%

Other social rented

722

16.41%

Private landlord or letting agency

720

16.37%

Other forms of private rent

127

2.89%

Total households: 4,399

Property prices in Penrith South

Based on 145 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Penrith South area, with individual transactions ranging from £38,500 up to £495,000.

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 Penrith South over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	33	£305,000	£171,000	£279,995	£340,000	£456,480
Flats	25	£120,000	£70,900	£105,000	£137,000	£171,300
Semi-Detached	41	£210,000	£130,800	£180,000	£246,000	£266,000
Terraced	46	£170,000	£109,900	£145,000	£214,500	£306,250

10 years median price trend in Penrith South

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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