CA12 4SH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Barbara Cottages, 0.1km from Threlkeld in Eden. Administratively it sits within Greystoke and Ullswater ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.
Census 2021 statistics for CA12 4SH are sourced from Output Area E00097613 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARBARA COTTAGES, CA12 4SH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARBARA COTTAGES, CA12 4SH.
220
51
£ 46,200 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 51, CA12 4SH has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA12 4SH. The average age is 51.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
CA12 4SH has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Threlkeld CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Keswick Golf Club0.9 km
- The Horse & Farrier0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Threlkeld Coffee Shop0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penrith19.7 km
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Postcode Profile: CA124SH · Data under Open Government Licence