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Askam in Furness, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Askam in Furness is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,274. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
3,274 Population 2/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$53,161 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$53,161 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$299,367 home value, $1,329/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,274
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,161
Per Capita$53,161
Unemployment3.4%

Housing

B
Home Value$299,367
Rent$1,329
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units1,310

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population3,274
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates54.1872°, -3.2047°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,350 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$53,161
Median Age49.2 years

About Askam in Furness

Askam in Furness is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,274. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Askam in Furness has a population of 3,274 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,722.0 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents.

Population

3,274
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above United Kingdom avg
1,722.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.5%

Social Characteristics

Askam in Furness vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Askam in Furness is $53,161, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,161 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,022, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 298 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Askam in Furness vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$53,161
29% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$53,161
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)298

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Askam in Furness is $299,367, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,329 (14% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,310 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$299,367
6% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,329
14% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units1,310

Property Tax

Askam in Furness experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area1,722.0 sq mi (4,459.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates54.1872°N, 3.2047°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.02"
Driest Month (May) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 102 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 103 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 111 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 112 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 12 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 101 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 150 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 139 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 106 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 105 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 120 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 105 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 123 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 36 km
Oct 29, 2002 2 km N of Longsight, United Kingdom M3.1 103 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 41 km
May 26, 2015 6 km WSW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.0 141 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 106 km
Oct 22, 2002 1 km WNW of Longsight, United Kingdom M2.9 103 km
May 6, 1996 2 km NNW of Basford, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom M2.8 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 5.7 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 6.0 in Wettest
November 42°F (6°C) 5.9 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.9 in

Askam in Furness has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.0") and May the driest (3.0").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area1,722.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Askam in Furness

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ireleth St Peter's CofE Primary School — — — —
Askam Village School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Askam in Furness

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Beyond Radio — AAC 192 kbps
Milestone Radio 70s, 80s AAC 128 kbps
HearMe - 60s Rock 60s rock, 60’s rock MP3
HearMe - 00s rock 00s rock, 00’s rock MP3
Dales Radio — MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Askam in Furness

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brantwood
Eskdale Mill
Furness Abbey Visitor Centre
Hawkshead Grammar School
Hay Bridge Nature Reserve
Lakeland Motor Museum
Laurel and Hardy Museum
Millom Heritage and Arts Centre
Millom Rock Park
Ravenglass Railway Museum
Sir John Barrow Cottage
Stott Park Bobbin Mill
The Armitt Museum & Library
The Dock Museum
The Lumberjills' Story
The Ruskin Museum

Libraries in Askam in Furness

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ambleside Library0.0
Askam Library0.0
Barrow Library0.0
Dalton-in-Furness Library0.0
Gosforth Library0.0
Millom Library0.0
Roose Library0.0
Ulverston Library0.0
Walney Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Askam in Furness

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barrow Outdoor Market
Market Hall
Ulverston Auction Mart

Restaurants in Askam in Furness

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Taste of India

Train Stations in Askam in Furness

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Askam

Gas Stations in Askam in Furness

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #370207093

Golf Courses in Askam in Furness

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dunnerholme Golf Course

Breweries in Askam in Furness

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beckstones Brewery
Coniston Brewing Co Ltd
Stringers
Ulverston Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Askam in Furness

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Askam in Furness

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barrow Walney Island AirportBWFMedium Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Bedlands Gate Airfield—Small Airport
Berrier Airstrip—Small Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip—Small Airport
Bryn Gates Airfield—Small Airport
Cark airfield—Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield—Small Airport
Chipping Airfield—Small Airport
Cockerham Airfield—Small Airport
Glassonby Airfield—Small Airport
Haydock Park Airstrip—Small Airport
Higher Barn Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield—Small Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Kirkbride Airfield—Small Airport
Middleton Sands Microlight—Small Airport
Moss Edge Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Pilling Sands Microlight—Small Airport
RAF Woodvale—Small Airport
Saint Michaels Airfield—Small Airport
Skelling Farm Glider Field—Small Airport
Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field)—Small Airport

Post Offices in Askam in Furness

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Askam-in-Furness Post Office

Treatment Centers in Askam in Furness

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Paradise Street Centre
Unity

Churches & Religious Organizations in Askam in Furness

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Askham Methodists Church
St Peters

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Askam in Furness

What is the population of Askam in Furness?

Askam in Furness has a population of 3,274 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,722.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Askam in Furness expensive to live in?

The median household income is $53,161, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $299,367 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,329 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Askam in Furness?

Askam in Furness has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches.

How is the job market in Askam in Furness?

Askam in Furness has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,022. There are 298 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Askam in Furness?

The median home value in Askam in Furness is $299,367. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,329. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Askam in Furness?

50.0% of adults in Askam in Furness hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Askam in Furness?

97.5% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

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