Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

MARINA CRESCENT, CA2 4DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARINA CRESCENT, CA2 4DE.

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Population

268

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 31,800 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CA2 4DE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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.

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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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3/10
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2/10
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9/10
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Area Character

CA2 4DE has a significant social housing presence — 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

CA2 4DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Marina Crescent, 0.3km from Currock in Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Upperby ward and the Carlisle constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CA2 4DE is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 35 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £88k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CA2 4DE are sourced from Output Area E00097087 (shared with 3 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 CA2 4DE. The average age is 34.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 75,750

8 sales · Mean £ 88,125

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

CA2 4DE has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences74
Public order19
Criminal damage and arson12
Other crime8
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, Carlisle

Good221 pupils0.7 km
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The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided)

Good193 pupils0.8 km
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Gillford Centre

Good62 pupils0.8 km
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Upperby Primary School

Good390 pupils0.9 km
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Robert Ferguson Primary School

Good437 pupils0.9 km
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St John Henry Newman Catholic School

Good617 pupils1.3 km
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Cummersdale School

Good103 pupils1.3 km
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Brook Street Primary School

Good222 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Euro Garages0.8 km
  • G Gordon, Butchers0.6 km
  • Mccalls Bakers0.7 km
  • Routledges Bakers0.3 km
  • The Country Shop0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • QZone0.8 km
  • The Rock0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Hammonds Pond Cafe0.7 km
  • Eden Valley Hospice0.7 km
  • Riverwell Beck0.8 km
  • The Gillford Centre0.8 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-operative Convenience Store1.0 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.3 km
  • Foreways0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Bobby's Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • Lucky Date0.3 km
  • China Palace Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • New Sunny Fish & Chicken Bar0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Carlisle1.6 km
  • Dalston (Cumbria)4.8 km
  • Wetheral6.6 km