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Westmorland and Furness

About

Westmorland and Furness is a local government district in the North West of England, covering a large area of Cumbria. It includes the historic counties of Westmorland and parts of Lancashire, such as the Furness region. The district stretches from the eastern Lake District to the Irish Sea coast, featuring varied landscapes from fells and valleys to coastal plains.

Key towns in the area include Kendal, Barrow-in-Furness, and Penrith. Kendal serves as an administrative hub, while Barrow-in-Furness is known for its shipbuilding industry. The district also encompasses parts of the Lake District National Park, attracting visitors for outdoor activities. Agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing are important to the local economy. The area has strong transport links, with the M6 motorway and West Coast Main Line providing connections to other regions.

Area overview

On average Westmorland and Furness has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Westmorland and Furness is £41,587 per year. There are 163 schools in Westmorland and Furness: 123 primary (7 Outstanding and 97 Good) and 20 secondary (0 Outstanding and 17 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

10.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Westmorland and Furness

Based on 2,973 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Westmorland and Furness area, with individual transactions ranging from £30,000 up to £4,000,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £395,000; semi-detached at £240,000; terraced at £165,000; flats at £167,750.

10 years price trend in Westmorland and Furness

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.