Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

CROFT ROAD, CA8 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROFT ROAD, CA8 1DL.

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Population

340

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 38,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CA8 1DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 40, CA8 1DL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £140k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

CA8 1DL is a safe, established residential area on Croft Road, 1.1km from Easby in Brampton (Carlisle). Administratively it sits within Brampton ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.

For families considering a move, CA8 1DL represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CA8 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00097047 (shared with 9 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 1DL. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 103,500

4 sales · Mean £ 121,750

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

CA8 1DL has low crime rates — 42 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 offences66
Public order14
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Brampton Primary School

Good202 pupils0.2 km
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William Howard School

Good1362 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Scotch Arms Mews0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • The Capon Tree Cafe0.5 km
  • Berrys Tearoom0.4 km
  • Brampton Supper Club0.6 km
  • Off the Wall0.5 km
  • Star Anise0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Brampton Co-op0.4 km
  • Spar Store0.4 km
  • Spar Store0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Brampton Rooster0.4 km
  • Hoi Sun Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • Berti's Fish And Chips0.5 km
  • Ayaan Kitchen LTD0.4 km
  • Brampton Tandoori0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Colin Moore Butchers Ltd0.4 km
  • Cranstons Ltd0.5 km
  • All Things Tea0.4 km
  • Chisholm Bookmakers Ltd0.5 km
  • Half Moon Wholefoods0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Nags Head0.5 km
  • Howard Arms Hotel0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brampton (Cumbria)2.5 km
  • Wetheral9.5 km
  • Carlisle14.2 km