Average Rent in Westmorland and Furness
As of January 2026, the average rent in Westmorland and Furness is £788/month — 41% below the England average of £1,332. Rents have changed by +7.0% over the past year.
Key figures
- Average rent: £788/month (41% below the England average of £1,332)
- Rents are up +7.0% year-on-year
- 1-bed average: £583/month
- Market rents exceed LHA by £10/month for a 1-bed
Rent by bedroom type
Here's how average monthly rent in Westmorland and Furness breaks down by number of bedrooms, with year-on-year change for each.
| Type | Avg. rent | YoY change |
|---|---|---|
| All properties | £788 | +7.0% |
| 1 bedroom | £583 | +7.4% |
| 2 bedrooms | £746 | +7.3% |
| 3 bedrooms | £910 | +6.8% |
| 4+ bedrooms | £1,284 | +5.9% |
Rent by property type
Average rents in Westmorland and Furness also vary by property type. Flats and maisonettes tend to be cheaper than detached houses.
| Property type | Avg. rent |
|---|---|
| Detached | £1,098 |
| Semi-detached | £883 |
| Terraced | £787 |
| Flat / maisonette | £670 |
Local Housing Allowance comparison
The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) sets the maximum housing benefit for renters in the Kendal area (April 2024 to March 2025). Here's how it compares to actual market rents.
| Size | LHA rate | Market rent | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared | £325 | — | — |
| 1 bed | £573 | £583 | +£10 |
| 2 bed | £648 | £746 | +£98 |
| 3 bed | £773 | £910 | +£137 |
| 4 bed | £992 | £1,284 | +£292 |
Where market rent exceeds the LHA rate, renters on housing benefit may need to cover the difference themselves.
Renting in Westmorland and Furness: what to know
Westmorland and Furness is in the North West region of England. The average rent of £788 per month is 41% below the England average of £1,332. This is 7% below the North West regional average of £845.
Rents in Westmorland and Furness have risen +7.0% over the past year, broadly in line with the North West average of +6.6%.
The Local Housing Allowance for the Kendal area is £573/month for a 1-bed, slightly below the market average of £583. Renters on housing benefit may face a modest shortfall of £10/month.
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FAQs
What is the average rent in Westmorland and Furness?
The average rent in Westmorland and Furness is £788 per month as of January 2026. This covers all property sizes. A 1-bed averages £583, a 2-bed £746, a 3-bed £910.
Is rent in Westmorland and Furness going up or down?
Rents in Westmorland and Furness have increased by +7.0% over the past year. This is above the national average rate of increase.
How does rent in Westmorland and Furness compare to Local Housing Allowance?
The average 1-bed rent in Westmorland and Furness (£583) is £10 above the LHA rate of £573 for the Kendal area. This means renters on housing benefit may face a shortfall.
Is Westmorland and Furness a good area for affordable renting?
With average rents of £788/month, Westmorland and Furness is well below the England average of £1,332. Lower rents can make it easier to save or manage a budget, though availability and property standards vary.
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