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Location in LancashireArkholme sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Arkholme
Arkholme is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, in the north of England. It lies within the civil parish of Kirkby Lonsdale and is situated near the River Lune, offering views of the surrounding countryside. The village is part of the Eden Valley, known for its rolling hills and agricultural landscape. Arkholme is close to the border with Cumbria and is easily accessible from the A685 road. The area is characterised by traditional stone buildings and a rural atmosphere, with a mix of residential homes and farmsteads. The village has a community hall and a small shop, providing basic amenities for residents. It is a peaceful place with a strong sense of local identity and a connection to the natural environment. The postcode area for Arkholme is LA6.
School Ratings in Arkholme
There are 14 schools in and around Arkholme. Underley Garden School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Arkholme
The average property price is £350K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £462K.
Deprivation and Employment in Arkholme
Arkholme sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.
Local Data for Arkholme
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Property Prices 2,280 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the LA6 postcode area.
Household Income in Arkholme ONS 2023
The average total household income in Arkholme is approximately £47,984 a year before tax, 13% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,942. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £36,942.
Businesses in Arkholme ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,002 active businesses based in Arkholme, around 88 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Arkholme IMD 2025
Arkholme sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Arkholme
Of the 5,100 households in and around Arkholme, 77% are owned, 7% 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 Arkholme.