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Location in CumbriaBarrows Green sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Barrows Green
Barrows Green is a small settlement located in the county of Cumbria, in the north of England. It lies within the LA9 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the region, surrounded by open countryside. The area is characterised by its agricultural landscape, with fields and farmland forming the predominant scenery. While it is not a large community, Barrows Green offers a peaceful environment typical of the Cumbrian countryside. The village is close to the town of Kirkby Stephen, which provides access to local amenities and services. The surrounding area is popular with walkers and those who enjoy the natural beauty of the Pennines. The village itself has a modest number of residential properties, and the community is quiet and close-knit. It is a place where the pace of life is unhurried and the surroundings are calm.
School Ratings in Barrows Green
Barrows Green is served by 26 schools. Kendal Nursery School and Cambian Whinfell School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barrows Green
Property prices average £271K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £221K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barrows Green
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Barrows Green, with 26 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barrows Green
Barrows Green falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Barrows Green
There are 8 GP surgeries within three miles of Barrows Green, the nearest being Cumbria And Morecambe Bay Bowel Cancer Screening Centre (1.1 miles away).
Local Data for Barrows Green
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Property Prices 5,069 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LA9 postcode area.
Household Income in Barrows Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barrows Green is approximately £44,655 a year before tax, 19% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,576. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,576.
Businesses in Barrows Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,387 active businesses based in Barrows Green, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 28 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Barrows Green IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Barrows Green among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.
Crime in Barrows Green 238 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Barrows Green is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Barrows Green
Of the 13,601 households in and around Barrows Green, 70% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barrows Green.