CA20 1AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km from Hardingill in Gosforth. Administratively it sits within Gosforth ward and the Copeland constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CA20, CA20 1AJ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k.
Census 2021 statistics for CA20 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00097442 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CA20 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA20 1AJ.
269
52
£ 46,100 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CA20 1AJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CA20 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 89% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA20 1AJ. The average age is 52.2. 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
Detached
£ 365,000
2 sales · Mean £ 365,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CA20 1AJ has low crime rates — 12 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
Gosforth CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Lakeland Red Coffee0.2 km
- Simply Fresh0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Gosforth Hall Inn0.6 km
- Westlakes Coach House0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Globe0.1 km
- KellBank0.7 km
- Lion & Lamb0.1 km
- Red Admiral0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Wild Olive0.0 km
- Yam Frae Yam0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seascale4.0 km
- Sellafield4.6 km
- Drigg4.7 km
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Postcode Profile: CA201AJ · Data under Open Government Licence