CA16 6AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Chapel Street in Bolton (Eden). Administratively it sits within Eden and Lyvennet Vale ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.
For families considering a move, CA16 6AU represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CA16 6AU are sourced from Output Area E00097597 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHAPEL STREET, CA16 6AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAPEL STREET, CA16 6AU.
478
49
£ 39,700 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates CA16 6AU — age 49, 78% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA16 6AU. 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
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
Semi-Detached
£ 150,000
2 sales · Mean £ 150,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CA16 6AU 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.
school Local Schools
Bolton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Farnworth and Kearsley events1.0 km
- New Crown Inn0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Appleby5.6 km
- Langwathby12.0 km
- Penrith14.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CA166AU · Data under Open Government Licence