CA16 6BZ is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from Dufton in Eden. Administratively it sits within Eden and Lyvennet Vale ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.
For families considering a move, CA16 6BZ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k, up 10.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CA16 6BZ are sourced from Output Area E00097657 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CA16 6BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA16 6BZ.
206
46
£ 39,700 /yr
51%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CA16 6BZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 10.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA16 6BZ. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 215,000
3 sales · Mean £ 208,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CA16 6BZ has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Brow Farm0.5 km
- Dufton Youth Hostel0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Post Box Pantry0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Stag Inn0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Appleby4.5 km
- Langwathby14.1 km
- Penrith18.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CA166BZ · Data under Open Government Licence