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Walney Island South & Barrow Island

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About

Walney Island South and Barrow Island are located in Westmorland and Furness, forming part of the Furness Peninsula in Cumbria. The area is known for its coastal landscapes, with Walney Island featuring sandy beaches, dunes, and nature reserves. Barrow Island, connected to the mainland, is historically linked to shipbuilding and industrial development. Both islands are influenced by the Irish Sea, with tidal patterns shaping the shoreline.

The region supports a mix of habitats, including salt marshes and mudflats, which attract birdlife. Walney Island South is home to a nature reserve managed by the Cumbria Wildlife Trust, while Barrow Island has seen regeneration efforts blending industrial heritage with modern development. The area provides a contrast between natural environments and human activity, with coastal paths offering views across Morecambe Bay.

Area overview

On average Walney Island South & Barrow Island has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 78 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 Walney Island South & Barrow Island is £33,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Walney Island South & Barrow Island: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
78
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
8.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Walney Island South & Barrow Island Population
6,047
Population density
609.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,856
96.86%
Other White
43
0.71%
African
35
0.58%
Irish
25
0.41%
Other Asian
15
0.25%
Total population: 6,046

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,153
38.36%
Owns with a mortgage
897
29.84%
Private landlord or letting agency
683
22.72%
Social rents from council
137
4.56%
Other forms of private rent
69
2.3%
Total households: 3,006

Property prices in Walney Island South & Barrow Island

Based on 81 recent sales, the median property price is £120,000 in Walney Island South & Barrow Island area, with individual transactions ranging from £41,500 up to £490,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Walney Island South & Barrow Island 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 Walney Island South & Barrow Island over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£490,000
Flats2£91,250
Semi-Detached24£187,500
Terraced54£97,250

10 years median price trend in Walney Island South & Barrow Island

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Walney Island South & Barrow Island.

All postcodes in Walney Island South & Barrow Island

LA143YG

Carr Lane

LA142QW

Abercorn Street

LA142RD

Brig Street

LA142RY

Rothesay Street

LA142SF

Schooner Street

LA143ET

Long Bank

LA143YL

Water Garth

LA142QQ

Bridge Road

LA142SB

Island Road

LA142SQ

Schooner Street

LA142TQ

Ship Street

LA143DB

Ocean Road

LA142QN

Ancaster Street

LA142RJ

Buccleuch Dock Road

LA142RR

Dundee Street

LA143BH

Deal Avenue

LA143BZ

Amphitrite Street

LA143HN

Biggar Garth

LA142QG

Ferry Road

LA142SH

Steamer Street

LA142TT

Bridge Road

LA143AX

Green Lane

LA143DE

Bermuda Crescent

LA143YQ

Mawflat Lane

LA143HL

Walney Island South & Barrow Island

LA142GR

Ramsden Dock Road

LA142QA

Walney Island South & Barrow Island

LA143HD

Walney Island South & Barrow Island

LA142RX

Dunbar Street

LA143DQ

Amphitrite Street

LA143EU

Long Bank

LA143EY

Walney Island South & Barrow Island

LA142SR

Island Road

LA142TJ

Ship Street

LA143HE

Himalaya Avenue

LA143HH

Westminster Avenue

LA142HE

Bridge Approach

LA142PT

Earle Street

LA142SJ

Island Road

LA142TA

Aberdare Street

LA142TZ

Ramsden Dock Road

LA143AA

Central Drive

LA143HG

Westminster Avenue

LA143HA

Orion Terrace

LA142QX

Afton Street

LA142TL

Ramsden Dock Road

LA143BW

Dominion Street

LA142PU

Ivy Avenue

LA142SU

St Andrew's Street

LA143AL

Amphitrite Street

LA143EQ

Hogue Street

LA143YH

Carr Lane

LA142QR

Walney Island South & Barrow Island

LA142TB

Ramsey Way

LA143DA

Strathmore Avenue

LA142RS

Buccleuch Dock Road

LA142SX

Ancaster Street

LA143DF

Black Butts Lane

LA143YE

Biggar Bank Road

LA142PX

St Patrick's Road

LA142QS

Abercorn Street

LA142SD

Anchor Road

LA142TH

Ramsden Dock Road

LA143HF

Westminster Avenue

LA143EX

Walney Island South & Barrow Island

LA143HW

Biggar Garth

Data Sources

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