About Ulverston

Ulverston is a market town located in Cumbria, England, within the postcode area of LA12. The town is known for its traditional market, which takes place every Thursday and Saturday, offering a variety of local produce and goods. The high street features a mix of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, providing a range of options for visitors and residents alike. One notable landmark in Ulverston is the Sir John Barrow Monument, which stands on a hill overlooking the town and offers views of the surrounding landscape. The town is also the birthplace of the famous comedian Stan Laurel, and there are various references to his legacy throughout the area. Ulverston serves as a gateway to the nearby Lake District, making it a convenient stop for those exploring the national park.

Local Government

District South Lakeland
County Cumbria
Ward Ulverston East
Constituency Barrow and Furness
Parish Ulverston
Region North West

Property Prices 3,581 sales

Average Price £299K
£408 — £11.4M
Detached £399K 1,006
Semi £247K 914
Terraced £194K 1,146
Flat £177K 245

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ulverston Train Station 0.4 miles
Kirkby-In-Furness Train Station 4.3 miles
Askam Train Station 4.3 miles
Dalton (Cumbria) Train Station 4.4 miles
Cark And Cartmel Train Station 5.1 miles
Foxfield Train Station 6.4 miles

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
2 Secondary
1 Other
Church Walk CofE Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Sir John Barrow School Primary 0.4 miles Sandside Lodge School Special 0.5 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Ulverston Victoria High School Secondary 0.6 miles Croftlands Junior School Primary 1.1 miles Croftlands Infant School Primary 1.1 miles Pennington CofE School Primary 1.5 miles Lindal and Marton Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Low Furness CofE Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Penny Bridge CofE School Primary 3.1 miles Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary 3.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dragley Beck 0.9 miles Swarthmoor 0.9 miles South Ulverston 1.2 miles Croftlands 1.2 miles Outcast 1.4 miles Sandside 1.4 miles Newland 1.4 miles Rowe Head 1.4 miles Pennington 1.4 miles Newland Bottom 1.4 miles Mansriggs 1.4 miles Arrad Foot 1.8 miles

Streets in LA12 30 shown View all streets

A Greenwood Trail 1 A5084 8 A5087 1 A5092 13 A590 16 A592 5 Abbots Vue 1 Acacia Road 2 Ainslie Street 2 Ainsworth Street 2 Aldwych Terrace 1 Alexander Road 2 Almond Road 1 Alpine Road 4 Appletree Road 1 Argyle Street 1 Ash Court 1 Ash Grove 1 B5278 7 B5279 1 B5281 5 Back Casson Street 2 Back Ford Park 2 Back Fox Street 1 Back Lane 3 Back Sun Street 1 Bailey Street 1 Bay Stones Close 1 Bay Tree Road 1 Bay View Road 1

Postcodes in LA12 50 shown View all postcodes

LA12 0AA LA12 0AB LA12 0AD LA12 0AE LA12 0AF LA12 0AG LA12 0AH LA12 0AJ LA12 0AN LA12 0AP LA12 0AQ LA12 0AR LA12 0AS LA12 0AU LA12 0AW LA12 0AX LA12 0AY LA12 0AZ LA12 0BA LA12 0BB LA12 0BD LA12 0BE LA12 0BG LA12 0BH LA12 0BJ LA12 0BL LA12 0BP LA12 0BQ LA12 0BT LA12 0BU LA12 0BX LA12 0BY LA12 0DB LA12 0DE LA12 0DG LA12 0DH LA12 0DJ LA12 0DL LA12 0DN LA12 0DP LA12 0DQ LA12 0DR LA12 0DS LA12 0DT LA12 0DU LA12 0DW LA12 0DX LA12 0DY LA12 0DZ LA12 0EA

Notable & Famous People from Ulverston 4 people

Martin Wharton
Politician
Anglican bishop (born 1944)
Norman Birkett, 1st Baron Birkett
Judge
British judge (1883-1962)
Stan Laurel
Screenwriter
British-American actor (1890–1965)
Thomas Ray
Athletics competitor
British pole vaulter