About Penrith

Penrith is a market town located in Cumbria, England, within the postcode area CA11. It serves as a gateway to the Lake District, making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding natural landscapes. The town features a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, catering to both locals and visitors. Penrith's market, held regularly, offers a selection of local produce and goods, providing a taste of the community's offerings. The town is also home to several historical sites, including the impressive Penrith Castle, which dates back to the 14th century. Additionally, the Church of St. Andrew, with its notable architecture, is worth a visit. Penrith's location offers easy access to outdoor activities, such as hiking and cycling, making it an appealing choice for those looking to enjoy the outdoors while having the amenities of a town nearby.

Local Government

District Eden
County Cumbria
Ward Penrith West
Constituency Penrith and The Border
Parish Penrith
Region North West

Property Prices 6,569 sales

Average Price £279K
£616 — £6.72M
Detached £361K 2,284
Semi £227K 1,596
Terraced £187K 1,478
Flat £146K 634

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Penrith (North Lakes) Train Station 0.4 miles
Langwathby Train Station 4.9 miles
Lazonby And Kirkoswald Train Station 7.1 miles
Armathwaite Train Station 9.7 miles

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
2 Secondary
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Brunswick School Primary 0.1 miles Beaconside CofE Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Secondary 0.6 miles Ullswater Community College Secondary 0.6 miles North Lakes School Primary 0.7 miles Yanwath Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Stainton CofE Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Clifton Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Langwathby CofE Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Plumpton School Primary 4.3 miles Greystoke Primary School Primary 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Castletown 0.6 miles Fair Hill 0.9 miles Pategill 0.9 miles Newton Rigg 1.4 miles Carleton 1.4 miles Redhills 1.4 miles Eamont Bridge 1.4 miles Stainton 2.2 miles Newton Reigny 2.6 miles Newbiggin 2.6 miles Tirril 2.6 miles Sockbridge 2.6 miles

Streets in Penrith 30 shown View all streets

A5091 3 A592 31 A594 3 A594, A66 1 A6 30 A66 28 A66;A594 1 A685 15 A686 8 Albert Street 4 Albion Close 2 Alder Road 1 Alexandra Road 5 Anchor Close 1 Angel Lane 1 Angel Square 1 Apple Tree Gardens 2 Arthur Street 3 Ash Road 2 Ashfield Court 1 Askham Crescent 2 Aspen Gardens 1 Azalea Close 1 B5288 17 B5305 16 B5320 10 B6260 4 B6261 4 B6262 1 B6412 19

Postcodes in Penrith 50 shown View all postcodes

CA10 1AA CA10 1AB CA10 1AD CA10 1AE CA10 1AF CA10 1AG CA10 1AH CA10 1AJ CA10 1AL CA10 1AP CA10 1AQ CA10 1AR CA10 1AT CA10 1AU CA10 1AW CA10 1AX CA10 1AY CA10 1AZ CA10 1BA CA10 1BB CA10 1BD CA10 1BE CA10 1BF CA10 1BG CA10 1BH CA10 1BJ CA10 1BL CA10 1BN CA10 1BP CA10 1BQ CA10 1BS CA10 1BT CA10 1BU CA10 1BW CA10 1BX CA10 1BY CA10 1BZ CA10 1DA CA10 1DB CA10 1DD CA10 1DF CA10 1DG CA10 1DH CA10 1DJ CA10 1DL CA10 1DN CA10 1DQ CA10 1DR CA10 1DS CA10 1DT

Notable & Famous People from Penrith 3 people

Gary Lockerbie
Golfer
professional golfer
Oliver Turvey
Racing automobile driver
racecar driver
Stuart Lancaster
Coach
English rugby union footballer and coach