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Barrow in Furness, United Kingdom
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Barrow in Furness is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 45,865. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 45,865 |
| Population Density | 1,525 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.1109°, -3.2276° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.8 inches (1,087 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $53,161 |
| Median Age | 49.2 years |
About Barrow in Furness
Barrow in Furness is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 45,865. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Barrow in Furness vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Barrow in Furness vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,161 |
| 29% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $53,161 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,022 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,174 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 18,346 |
Property Tax
Climate in Barrow in Furness
Barrow in Furness has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.1°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1273 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 30.1 sq mi (77.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,525/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.1109°N, 3.2276°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 4.8 in |
Barrow in Furness has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and May the driest (2.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,525/sq mi |
| Total Area | 30.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Barrow in Furness
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormsgill Nursery and Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| South Cumbria Pupil Referral Service | — | — | — | — |
| Moorfield Learning Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Furness Academy | — | — | — | — |
| St Pius X Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Chetwynde School | — | — | — | — |
| St Paul's CofE Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| Victoria Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Victoria Infant and Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Newbarns Primary and Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St George's CofE School | — | — | — | — |
| Ramsden Infant School | — | — | — | — |
| Roose School | — | — | — | — |
| Walney School | — | — | — | — |
| Yarlside Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Barrow Island Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Vickerstown School | — | — | — | — |
| George Hastwell School Special Academy | — | — | — | — |
| North Walney Primary & Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Cambridge Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| South Walney Infant and Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| South Walney Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| Greengate Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| Parkside Academy | — | — | — | — |
| St Bernard's Catholic High School | — | — | — | — |
| Brisbane Park Infant School | — | — | — | — |
| St James' C of E Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| St Columba's Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Barrow in Furness
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beyond Radio | — | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Beware! The Radio | — | MP3 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 | |
| Mighty Radio Southport | dance, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dune Radio | — | MP3 | |
| Dales Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Barrow in Furness
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brantwood | ||||
| Fleetwood Museum | ||||
| Furness Abbey Visitor Centre | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| The Dock Museum | ||||
| The Lumberjills' Story |
Libraries in Barrow in Furness
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorsholme Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Askam Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barrow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cleveleys Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalton-in-Furness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleetwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knott End Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Millom Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Roose Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ulverston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walney Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Barrow in Furness
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrow Outdoor Market | |||||
| Fleetwood Market | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Ulverston Auction Mart |
Hotels in Barrow in Furness
19 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Barrow in Furness
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Barrow in Furness
18 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Barrow in Furness
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Barrow in Furness
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Barrow in Furness
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Barrow in Furness
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Barrow in Furness
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Barrow in Furness
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Barrow in Furness
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Barrow in Furness
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Barrow in Furness
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Barrow in Furness
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Barrow in Furness
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Barrow in Furness
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Barrow in Furness
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckstones Brewery | ||||
| Stringers | ||||
| Ulverston Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Barrow in Furness
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Barrow in Furness
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barrow Walney Island Airport | BWF | Medium Airport |
| Blackpool Airport | BLK | Medium Airport |
| Warton Aerodrome | WRT | Medium 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 |
| 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 |
| Warrington Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Barrow in Furness
7 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Furness House Post Office | |
| Lakes Parade Post Office | |
| Lesh Lane Post Office | |
| Ormsgill Post Office | |
| Oxford Street Post Office | |
| Roose Post Office | |
| Salthouse Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Barrow in Furness
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Paradise Street Centre | ||
| Unity |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Barrow in Furness
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abbey Road Baptist Church | |
| Barrow Christian Fellowship Church | |
| Beacon Hill Methodist Church | |
| Harley Street Spiritulist Church | |
| Holy Family Catholic Church | |
| Our Lady of Furness St Mary's | |
| Ramsden Street United Reformed Church | |
| Risedale Gospel Hall | |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church | |
| St Columba's Church | |
| St Francis | |
| St George | |
| St John's Church | |
| St Luke's | |
| St Mark | |
| St Mary's Church | |
| St Matthew's Church | |
| St Michael's | |
| St Paul | |
| St. Aidan's Church |
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What is the population of Barrow in Furness?
Barrow in Furness has a population of 45,865 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,525 people per square mile, spread across 30.1 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 Barrow 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 Barrow in Furness?
Barrow in Furness has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches.
How is the job market in Barrow in Furness?
Barrow 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 4,174 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Barrow in Furness?
The median home value in Barrow 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 Barrow in Furness?
50.0% of adults in Barrow 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 Barrow in Furness?
97.5% of residents speak only English at home.