Welcome to Askham
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Askham is a village and civil parish in the Eden district of Cumbria, England. It is in the historic county of Westmorland. According to the 2001 census the parish had a population of 360, decreasing slightly to 356 at the 2011 Census. It is situated on the eastern edge of the Lake District National Park, 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Penrith. Nearby are the remains of Lowther Castle, the site of the annual Lowther Show, a three-day event of country pursuits.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
1,816 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
339 (2021) |
Density |
19 people/km2 |
Mean age |
45.7 |
Ward |
Askham |
District |
Eden |
Postcodes |
CA10 |
ONS ID |
E04002514 |
Council
Contact details for Askham Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Askham Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Askham Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Askham Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Askham Parish.
Local News
Hosted and licensed by The Cumberland & Westmorland Herald
Repairs needed after Eden listed bridge is damaged by passing cars
Published: 5th Jun 2023
Hosted and licensed by Cumbria Crack
Cumbrian restaurant's debut in Good Food Guide - cumbriacrack.com
Published: 31st Jan 2024
Hosted and licensed by The Keswick Reminder
Bassenthwaite venue named among best in country
Published: 8th Jun 2023