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Living in Kendal: Property Area Guide

Cumbria, North West · Population 29,000

House Prices in Kendal

£255,000

Average

£400,000

Detached

£260,000

Semi-Detached

£210,000

Terraced

£155,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Kendal

Kendal is the main service town for the southern Lake District. The combination of town amenities with Lakes access makes it popular with outdoor enthusiasts and families. Property is more affordable than the lakeside towns.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Kendal is the Gateway to the Lakes with a castle ruin, Abbot Hall Art Gallery (now Lakeland Arts), and the famous Kendal Mint Cake. The Brewery Arts Centre is an excellent cultural venue. The town has outstanding outdoor shops and a growing food scene.

Transport & Commuting

West Coast Main Line trains reach London Euston in about 2 hours 45 minutes from Oxenholme station (1.5 miles away). The M6 junction 36 is nearby. The A591 leads to Windermere and the central Lakes.

Train to London

165m to London Euston

Nearest Motorway

M6, A591

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • Kirkbie Kendal School
  • Queen Katherine School
  • Stramongate Primary

Healthcare

Westmorland General Hospital

Best Areas to Live in Kendal

Burneside

Natland

Staveley

Property Buying Tips for Kendal

Burneside Road area has family homes. Natland is a popular village nearby. The town centre has character properties. Staveley has its own identity and artisan food hub. Oxenholme is near the station.

Local Authority

Council

Westmorland and Furness Council

Council Tax

£1,810 (Band D)

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