CA3 0BT is a sought-after residential area on California Road, 0.2km from Kingstown in Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Belah ward and the Carlisle constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CA3, CA3 0BT offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £282k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CA3 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00179290 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CALIFORNIA ROAD, CA3 0BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CALIFORNIA ROAD, CA3 0BT.
332
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£ 41,400 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CA3 0BT's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £282k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA3 0BT. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 282,500
1 sales · Mean £ 282,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CA3 0BT is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
James Rennie School
Kingmoor Junior School
Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School
Houghton CofE School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Costa Limited0.8 km
- Costa Limited0.6 km
- Starbucks Drive Thru0.7 km
- Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd - Cafe1.0 km
- Kingstown Chef0.5 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.7 km
- Asda Store1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Food @ Broadway0.6 km
- China Express0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Greggs0.4 km
- Kingstown Post Office0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Gosling Bridge Inn0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Premier Inn (Carlisle M6 Jct 44)0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Carlisle3.7 km
- Wetheral8.3 km
- Dalston (Cumbria)9.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CA30BT · Data under Open Government Licence