Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

DACRE ROAD, CA8 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DACRE ROAD, CA8 1BL.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 38,200 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CA8 1BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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Area Character

CA8 1BL has a significant social housing presence — 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CA8 1BL is a safe, established residential area on Dacre Road, 1.0km from Easby in Brampton (Carlisle). Administratively it sits within Brampton ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CA8 1BL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CA8 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00097049 (shared with 17 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 CA8 1BL. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 110,000

3 sales · Mean £ 110,000

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

CA8 1BL has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences49
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft3
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Brampton Primary School

Good202 pupils0.4 km
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William Howard School

Good1362 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Scotch Arms Mews0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • The Capon Tree Cafe0.6 km
  • Berrys Tearoom0.6 km
  • Brampton Supper Club0.8 km
  • Off the Wall0.6 km
  • Star Anise0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Brampton Co-op0.5 km
  • Spar Store0.6 km
  • Spar Store0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Brampton Rooster0.5 km
  • Hoi Sun Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
  • Berti's Fish And Chips0.6 km
  • Ayaan Kitchen LTD0.6 km
  • Brampton Tandoori0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Colin Moore Butchers Ltd0.6 km
  • Cranstons Ltd0.6 km
  • All Things Tea0.6 km
  • Chisholm Bookmakers Ltd0.6 km
  • Half Moon Wholefoods0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Nags Head0.7 km
  • Howard Arms Hotel0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brampton (Cumbria)2.7 km
  • Wetheral9.5 km
  • Carlisle14.1 km