Dalton Town with Newton facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Dalton Town with Newton |
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![]() Market Street, Dalton-in-Furness |
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Area | 8.74 km2 (3.37 sq mi) |
Population | 8,125 (2011 Census) |
• Density | 930/km2 (2,400/sq mi) |
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Country | England |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
EU Parliament | North West England |
Dalton Town with Newton is a special local area in Cumbria, England. It's located in the Barrow-in-Furness district. This area includes the main town of Dalton-in-Furness and a smaller village called Newton.
In 2011, about 8,125 people lived here. This community area is next to other places like Aldingham, Askam and Ireleth, Lindal and Marton, and Urswick.
What is a Civil Parish?
A civil parish is like a local community area in England. It often has its own local council. This council helps manage things important to the people living there. Think of it as a small neighborhood with its own local government.
Exploring Dalton's History
Dalton Town with Newton became its own civil parish in 1987. Before that, it was part of a larger area. This change helped the local community have more say in how their area was run.
There are 70 special buildings in Dalton Town with Newton. These are called "listed buildings." This means they are important for their history or architecture. They are protected by law to make sure they are preserved for the future.