Is CA21 2XT a safe place to live?

Yes, CA21 2XT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CA21 2XT?

The population for the CA21 2XT area is approximately 278 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Copeland, North West

CA21 2XT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA21 2XT.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,100 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CA21 2XT 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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10/10

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2/10

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10/10

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2/10

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8/10

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3/10

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10/10

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5/10

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Area Character

CA21 2XT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 93% 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.

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

CA21 2XT is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Beckermet in Beckermet. Administratively it sits within Gosforth ward and the Copeland constituency.

For families considering a move, CA21 2XT represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CA21 2XT are sourced from Output Area E00097338 (shared with 12 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 CA21 2XT. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CA21 2XT has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson6

Violence and sexual offences3

Drugs2

Burglary1

Public order1

school Local Schools

Beckermet CofE School

Good83 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Royal Oak Hotel0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Braystones2.0 km
Sellafield3.3 km
Nethertown3.6 km