Is CA4 0AD a safe place to live?

Yes, CA4 0AD 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 CA4 0AD?

The population for the CA4 0AD area is approximately 315 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

CA4 0AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA4 0AD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (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

No single demographic signal dominates CA4 0AD — age 49, 85% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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

CA4 0AD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 1.2km from Carleton in Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Wetheral ward and the Carlisle constituency.

For families considering a move, CA4 0AD represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 CA4 0AD 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 CA4 0AD. 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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CA4 0AD has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are drugs and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Drugs3

Violence and sexual offences2

Other theft1

Public order1

Shoplifting1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Premier Inn - Border Gate0.0 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Exelby Services Ltd0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wetheral3.9 km
Carlisle5.0 km
Dalston (Cumbria)7.2 km