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Thornhill, Gosforth & Seascale

About

Thornhill, Gosforth, and Seascale are neighboring areas in western Cumberland, near the Lake District National Park. Thornhill is a small village with a mix of residential and agricultural land, while Gosforth is a larger settlement known for its historic church and Norse heritage. Seascale sits along the Irish Sea coast, with a beach popular for walks and views toward the Isle of Man. The area is surrounded by rural landscapes, including farmland and low hills.

The region has strong ties to local industry, with Sellafield nuclear site located nearby, providing employment for many residents. Transport links include the Cumbrian Coast railway line, connecting the villages to larger towns like Whitehaven and Barrow-in-Furness. The area offers a mix of coastal and countryside living, with access to outdoor activities such as hiking and coastal walks.

Area overview

On average Thornhill, Gosforth & Seascale has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 30 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thornhill, Gosforth & Seascale is £46,100 per year. There are 7 schools in Thornhill, Gosforth & Seascale: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Thornhill, Gosforth & Seascale Population

8,372

Population density

29.2 per km²

Demographics

British

8,068

96.37%

Other White

1.05%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.53%

Other Asian

0.42%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.26%

Total population: 8,372

Housing

Owns outright

2,086

53.54%

Owns with a mortgage

1,143

29.34%

Private landlord or letting agency

307

7.88%

Other social rented

180

4.62%

Other forms of private rent

110

2.82%

Total households: 3,896

Property prices in Thornhill, Gosforth & Seascale

Based on 148 recent sales, the median property price is £221,750 in Thornhill, Gosforth & Seascale area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £705,000.

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 Thornhill, Gosforth & Seascale over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	60	£318,750	£173,750	£234,750	£420,000	£600,750
Flats	6	£162,500	£81,250	£160,000	£168,713	£342,488
Semi-Detached	54	£187,500	£114,300	£155,138	£223,750	£302,400
Terraced	28	£195,000	£116,750	£138,750	£237,238	£331,130

10 years median price trend in Thornhill, Gosforth & Seascale

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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