The Solway Coast ward in Cumberland covers a stretch of coastline along the Solway Firth, bordering southern Scotland. The area includes rural villages, farmland, and marshland, with a mix of coastal and inland landscapes. The ward is known for its tidal estuaries and nature reserves, which attract birdwatchers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Communities in the ward are small and scattered, with a focus on agriculture and tourism. The Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) protects parts of the coastline, preserving its natural character. Local attractions include walking trails, historic sites, and views across the firth towards the Scottish hills. The ward has a quiet, rural atmosphere, with limited urban development.
On average Solway Coast has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Solway Coast is £36,522 per year. There are 4 schools in Solway Coast: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 80 recent sales, the median property price is £184,750 in Solway Coast area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,000 up to £585,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £259,995; semi-detached at £169,995; terraced at £150,000;.
10 years price trend in Solway Coast
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Wigton & Silloth
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Aspatria & Abbeytown
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Eden Street
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Skinburness Road
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Friars Garth
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Boltons, Warnell & Solway Coast
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Esk Street
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The Crofts
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Wigton & Silloth
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Wigton & Silloth
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Wigton & Silloth
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Wigton & Silloth
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Acre Dales
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Abbey Road
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Aspatria & Abbeytown
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Moricambe Crescent
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Boltons, Warnell & Solway Coast
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Wigton & Silloth
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Criffel Street
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Pennine Close
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Skiddaw Street
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The Crofts
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Ryehills Road
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Main Street
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Wigton & Silloth
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Scotch Street
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Station Road
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Wigton & Silloth
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Wigton & Silloth
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Wigton & Silloth
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Wigton & Silloth
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Abbey Road
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Main Street
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Boltons, Warnell & Solway Coast
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Boltons, Warnell & Solway Coast
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Boltons, Warnell & Solway Coast
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Wigton & Silloth
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Wigton & Silloth
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Wigton & Silloth
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Station Road
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Eden Street
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Caldew Street
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Fell View
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Criffel Street
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Wigton & Silloth
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Wigton Road
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Aspatria & Abbeytown
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Aspatria & Abbeytown
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Wigton & Silloth
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Moricambe Crescent
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Wigton & Silloth
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.