Is CA2 4UN a safe place to live?

Yes, CA2 4UN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 12 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CA2 4UN?

The population for the CA2 4UN area is approximately 315 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

CA2 4UN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA2 4UN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

315

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,000 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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9/10

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2/10

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6/10

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1/10

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6/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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Area Character

CA2 4UN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 85% 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

CA2 4UN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.5km from Durdar in Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Wetheral ward and the Carlisle constituency.

For families considering a move, CA2 4UN represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CA2 4UN are sourced from Output Area E00097111 (shared with 27 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 4UN. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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CA2 4UN has low crime rates — 12 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.

Violence and sexual offences2

Burglary1

Criminal damage and arson1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Black Lion0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Carlisle4.6 km
Dalston (Cumbria)4.7 km
Wetheral6.4 km