# LA13 0GU Area Summary
LA13 0GU covers part of Barrow-in-Furness in Cumbria, a historic shipbuilding town on the Furness Peninsula. With 67 properties analysed and an average price of £236,900, this area sits comfortably below the national average, making it an accessible option for first-time buyers and those seeking value in the North West. The property market here reflects Barrow's position as an industrial centre with strong links to the BAE Systems shipyard, which provides significant local employment and underpins housing demand.
The average property price of £236,900 represents typical affordability for Cumbria's west coast, where buyers can access a range of housing stock from traditional terraced properties to more modern developments. The area benefits from coastal proximity and reasonable transport links, whilst maintaining the lower cost of living associated with northern industrial towns. Barrow-in-Furness offers a practical choice for those working in the defence sector or seeking more affordable coastal living compared to southern England.
This postcode district appeals primarily to local workers, families seeking affordability, and those drawn to Cumbria's natural surroundings without the premium prices of the Lake District proper. The stability of the shipbuilding industry provides a foundation for the local property market, though buyers should be aware of the area's relative remoteness and its economy's concentration in specific sectors.
The average house price in LA13 0GU, Barrow-In-Furness is £236,900. Prices range from £135,000 to £349,995.
There are 67 properties in LA13 0GU, Barrow-In-Furness.
LA13 0GU contains 32 detached properties, 21 flat / maisonette properties, 14 semi-detached properties.
Average house prices in LA13 0GU have fallen by 2.7% from £239,998 in 2006 to £233,500 in 2024.
LA13 0GU is located in Barrow-In-Furness, Westmorland And Furness, England.