Is CA16 6AP a safe place to live?

Yes, CA16 6AP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CA16 6AP?

The population for the CA16 6AP area is approximately 478 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Eden, North West

CA16 6AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA16 6AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

478

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 39,700 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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4/10

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2/10

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5/10

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1/10

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7/10

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6/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CA16 6AP spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CA16 6AP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood within the CA16 district of Eden. Administratively it sits within Eden and Lyvennet Vale ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.

For families considering a move, CA16 6AP represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CA16 6AP are sourced from Output Area E00097597 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA16 6AP. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.2%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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CA16 6AP has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4

Criminal damage and arson2

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

Bolton Primary School

Good57 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

New Crown Inn0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Appleby5.6 km
Langwathby12.1 km
Penrith14.2 km