[2] The ward covers the entire western half of the town centre and includes Barrow's main shopping district.

Other local landmarks include the Furness College Channelside campus, the Dock Museum and the Main Public Library.

Hindpool was at the forefront of Barrow's growth during the late 19th and early 20th century with numerous industries located within the area, most notably the Iron and Steelworks.

The primary shopping district in Hindpool and Barrow itself is Dalton Road and Portland Walk which are located in the south-eastern corner of the ward.

Barrow-in-Furness railway station is also located in Hindpool and the Cumbrian Coast Line marks the border between the ward and Ormsgill.