Is CA6 4BQ a safe place to live?

Yes, CA6 4BQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CA6 4BQ?

The average property price in CA6 4BQ is currently around £205k.

What is the population of CA6 4BQ?

The population for the CA6 4BQ area is approximately 396 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

CA6 4BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA6 4BQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

396

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10

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8/10

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2/10

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7/10

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4/10

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5/10

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1/10

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9/10

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7/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates CA6 4BQ — age 47, 87% ownership, 12% 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

CA6 4BQ is a safe, established residential area within the CA6 district of Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Longtown ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £205k.

Census 2021 statistics for CA6 4BQ are sourced from Output Area E00097189 (shared with 34 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 CA6 4BQ. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 176,500

2 sales · Mean £ 176,500

Detached

£ 189,500

1 sales · Mean £ 189,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

CA6 4BQ has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Rockcliffe CofE School

Good141 pupils0.5 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Crown & Thistle0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Carlisle7.0 km
Langholm7.1 km
Gretna Green7.9 km