Is CA26 3QX a safe place to live?

Yes, CA26 3QX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 31 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CA26 3QX?

The average property price in CA26 3QX is currently around £158k.

What is the population of CA26 3QX?

The population for the CA26 3QX area is approximately 350 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Copeland, North West

BARKERS ROW, CA26 3QX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARKERS ROW, CA26 3QX.

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Population

350

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 37,600 /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: CA26 3QX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10

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4/10

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1/10

workEmployment

7/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

3/10

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1/10

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7/10

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1/10

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Area Character

CA26 3QX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 80% 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

CA26 3QX is a safe, established residential area on Barkers Row, 0.6km from Frizington in Frizington. Administratively it sits within Cleator Moor East and Frizington ward and the Copeland constituency.

For families considering a move, CA26 3QX represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £158k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CA26 3QX are sourced from Output Area E00097436 (shared with 11 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 CA26 3QX. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 158,000

1 sales · Mean £ 158,000

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

CA26 3QX has low crime rates — 31 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 offences33

Public order14

Criminal damage and arson10

Other theft5

Burglary3

school Local Schools

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good56 pupils0.5 km

Frizington Nursery School

Good31 pupils0.8 km

Frizington Community Primary School

Good138 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

The Frizington Veterans Club0.5 km
Frizington White Star Football Club0.4 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Frizington Chippy0.4 km
Original Chattanooga0.3 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Boots The Chemist0.4 km
Post Office0.4 km

local_grocery_store

Supermarkets

1 nearby

Frizington Shop Ltd0.4 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Lingla Cafe and Gift Shop0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Corkickle5.7 km
Whitehaven6.2 km
Parton6.6 km