B+
Liveable Score

Very Good Area

B

Outdoor Spaces

B+

Amenities

C

Transport

A

Schools

CouncilWestmorland and Furness
Crime Rate
average
Interactive liveability map of Alston showing color-coded areas with Liveable Scores ranging from A+ (Outstanding - dark green) to C (Challenged - red). Crime hotspots are marked with red pulsing indicators in 5 locations. Alston boundary is outlined in blue.Map allows users to explore different neighborhoods and their liveability ratings within the area.
C
C+
B
B+
A
A+
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Outdoor Spaces

AllotmentsAllotments
Limited
Play SpacePlay Space
Ample
Golf CourseGolf Course
Limited
Public ParkPublic Park
Limited
Tennis CourtTennis Court
Limited
Bowling GreenBowling Green
Plentiful
Playing FieldPlaying Field
Plentiful

Local Amenities

Pubs & BarsPubs & Bars
Ample
Restaurants & CafesRestaurants & Cafes
Adequate
Retail ShoppingRetail Shopping
Adequate
SupermarketsSupermarkets
Limited
TakeawaysTakeaways
Limited

Transport Links

No train or motorway links found nearby

Schools

Outstanding
0 Schools
Good
2 Schools
Requires Improvement
0 Schools
Samuel King's School
Good
Alston Primary School
Good

House Prices

all dwelling types

£286,250

detached houses

£360,000

semi detached houses

£263,750

terraced houses

£172,500

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alston a nice place to live?

Yes, Alston is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Cumbria.

How safe is Alston?

Alston has a low crime rate of 64.0 crimes per 1,000 people, which is below the national average.

What are the best schools in Alston?

Alston has 2 schools nearby. The best-rated schools are Samuel King's School and Alston Primary School, both rated Good by Ofsted.

What are the demographics of Alston?

The majority of residents in Alston identify as White (British) (98%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (98%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.