| Council | Westmorland and Furness |
| Crime Rate | Above Average for a North West village 54% below the national average. |
| Vibe | 🐄 Rural |
| Demographics | 🌻 Retirees |
The average house price in Orton is £253,000, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Orton house price trends over the last 30 years.
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Is Orton a nice place to live?
Yes, Orton is an excellent place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of A. This means it is among the top places to live in North West. It particularly appeals to retirees. Expect a relaxed, countryside way of life away from the hustle and bustle.
How safe is Orton?
Orton has an above average crime rate for a North West village, with around 34 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 54% below the national average, and 48% below the Cumbria average. The comparison is stabilised for a small population. Most incidents are concentrated around a single location.
What are the best schools in Orton?
Orton has 1 school nearby. The best-rated schools are Orton CofE School and Tebay Primary School, both rated Good by Ofsted.
What are the demographics of Orton?
The majority of residents in Orton identify as White (British) (98%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (98%). The most common religion is Christian (63%).