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Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale

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About

The Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale area lies in the eastern part of Westmorland and Furness, near the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Sedbergh is a small market town known for its historic grammar school and as a gateway to the Howgill Fells. Kirkby Lonsdale, a charming town on the River Lune, features medieval architecture and the iconic Devil’s Bridge. The area is characterised by rolling hills, limestone landscapes, and quiet country lanes.

Farming and tourism are central to the local economy, with sheep grazing on the fells and traditional stone barns dotting the countryside. The Lune Valley provides scenic walks, while the nearby Yorkshire Dales and Lake District attract outdoor enthusiasts. Both towns have independent shops, pubs, and cafes, maintaining a strong sense of community. The area offers a mix of rural tranquillity and accessibility to larger towns like Kendal and Lancaster.

Area overview

On average Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 25 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale is £44,200 per year. There are 9 schools in Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
25
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
6.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale Population
6,329
Population density
21.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,978
94.45%
Other White
153
2.42%
Irish
34
0.54%
White and Asian (mixed)
31
0.49%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
24
0.38%
Total population: 6,329

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,384
51.01%
Owns with a mortgage
507
18.69%
Private landlord or letting agency
418
15.41%
Other social rented
141
5.2%
Social rents from council
124
4.57%
Total households: 2,713

Property prices in Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale

Based on 85 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £1,450,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale 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 Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached18£499,998
Flats14£182,500
Semi-Detached19£317,500
Terraced34£255,000

10 years median price trend in Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Sedbergh & Kirkby Lonsdale.

Data Sources

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