Is CA7 0AB a safe place to live?

Yes, CA7 0AB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CA7 0AB?

The population for the CA7 0AB area is approximately 513 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Allerdale, North West

CA7 0AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA7 0AB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-10 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

513

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 34,200 /yr

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Employed

56%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10

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9/10

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2/10

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9/10

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2/10

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4/10

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3/10

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9/10

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7/10

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Area Character

CA7 0AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 88% 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

CA7 0AB is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Western Bank in Allerdale. Administratively it sits within Wigton ward and the Workington constituency.

For families considering a move, CA7 0AB represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CA7 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00096706 (shared with 43 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 CA7 0AB. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 2%

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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 2025-10)

CA7 0AB has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3

school Local Schools

Wigton Nursery and Infant School

Requires Improvement197 pupils1.5 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Jo-Anne Beattie0.3 km
North Allerdale Children's Centre0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wigton1.7 km
Aspatria11.6 km
Dalston (Cumbria)12.9 km