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About High Park
High Park is located in Cumbria, England, within the LA9 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles, including traditional stone-built homes and modern developments. The park itself offers green spaces for leisure activities, with pathways suitable for walking and cycling.
Nearby amenities include local shops and schools, making it a convenient location for families. The surrounding landscape provides opportunities for outdoor pursuits, with the Lake District National Park just a short drive away. High Park is well-connected by public transport, allowing for easy access to the nearby town of Kendal and other areas in Cumbria.
School Ratings in High Park
High Park is served by 24 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 High Park
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 High Park
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in High Park, with 26 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in High Park
High Park 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 High Park
There are 8 GP surgeries within three miles of High Park, the nearest being Cumbria And Morecambe Bay Bowel Cancer Screening Centre (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for High Park
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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 High Park ONS 2023
The average total household income in High Park 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 High Park ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,387 active businesses based in High Park, 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 High Park IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks High Park 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 High Park 238 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in High Park 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
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in High Park
Of the 13,601 households in and around High Park, 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 High Park.