Is CA6 4DD a safe place to live?

Yes, CA6 4DD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CA6 4DD?

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

Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

CA6 4DD House Prices & Local Information

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

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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CA6 4DD spans multiple life stages — average age 47, moderate ownership and renting. 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 4DD is a safe, established residential area located 1.2km from Harker in Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Longtown ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.

For families considering a move, CA6 4DD represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CA6 4DD 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 4DD. 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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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

CA6 4DD has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6

Criminal damage and arson4

Anti-social behaviour2

Other theft1

Drugs1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Carlisle5.6 km
Langholm7.9 km
Gretna Green9.6 km