CA3 0BU is a sought-after residential area located 0.1km from Kingstown in Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Belah ward and the Carlisle constituency.
For serious buyers, CA3 0BU is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00179290 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CA3 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA3 0BU.
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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CA3 0BU combines high owner-occupation (81%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA3 0BU. 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
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CA3 0BU is moderate at 53 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 Limited0.5 km
- Starbucks Drive Thru0.6 km
- Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd - Cafe0.9 km
- Kingstown Chef0.5 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.6 km
- Asda Store0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Food @ Broadway0.6 km
- China Express0.6 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Greggs0.4 km
- Kingstown Post Office0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Gosling Bridge Inn0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Premier Inn (Carlisle M6 Jct 44)0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Carlisle3.8 km
- Wetheral8.4 km
- Dalston (Cumbria)9.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CA30BU · Data under Open Government Licence