CA16 6DE is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km 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 6DE represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for CA16 6DE are sourced from Output Area E00097657 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CA16 6DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA16 6DE.
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
No single demographic signal dominates CA16 6DE — age 46, 79% ownership, 18% 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 6DE. 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
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CA16 6DE has low crime rates — 34 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 Farm0.2 km
- Dufton Youth Hostel0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Post Box Pantry0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Stag Inn0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Appleby4.3 km
- Langwathby14.5 km
- Penrith18.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CA166DE · Data under Open Government Licence