Is CA6 4DG a safe place to live?

Yes, CA6 4DG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 12 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CA6 4DG?

The average property price in CA6 4DG is currently around £220k.

What is the population of CA6 4DG?

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

Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

CA6 4DG House Prices & Local Information

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

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

CA6 4DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 4DG 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 4DG represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 87% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.

Census 2021 statistics for CA6 4DG 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 4DG. 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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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 220,000

1 sales · Mean £ 220,000

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

CA6 4DG has low crime rates — 12 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

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Laing's Coffee Shop1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Carlisle5.6 km
Langholm7.9 km
Gretna Green9.7 km