Hincaster, Milnthorpe, LA7 7NE

Hincaster is a small hamlet and civil parish in the Unitary Authority of Westmorland and Furness Cumbria, England, located between Kendal and Milnthorpe. In the 2001 census the parish had a population of 195, increasing at the 2011 census to 209. The settlement is described as a hamlet, indicating a small, close‑knit community. As a civil parish, Hincaster has its own local governance structure within the wider Westmorland and Furness authority. The population figures suggest a stable, low‑density residential area with limited commercial development. The proximity to Kendal and Milnthorpe provides residents with access to larger towns while maintaining a distinct rural character. The data highlight Hincaster’s modest size, population growth over a decade, and its position within the broader Cumbria region.