CA9 3AP is a safe, established residential area on Wardway, 0.2km from Raise in Alston. Administratively it sits within Alston and Fellside ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £470k.
Census 2021 statistics for CA9 3AP are sourced from Output Area E00097576 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WARDWAY, CA9 3AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WARDWAY, CA9 3AP.
339
45
£ 40,300 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CA9 3AP's low deprivation rank, 66% ownership, and £470k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA9 3AP. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 470,000
1 sales · Mean £ 470,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
CA9 3AP has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Alston Primary School
Samuel King's School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Alston YHA0.8 km
- Saddlers Bakery and Bistro0.9 km
- Food By Angela At The Top Cafe0.9 km
- Hickins0.9 km
- The Swan's Head1.0 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Alston Pharmacy0.9 km
- Graham Eyes High Class Butchers0.7 km
- Moredun Garage0.8 km
- Alston Post Office0.9 km
- Alston Wholefoods0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Alston Masonic Club0.8 km
- Cumberland Hotel0.7 km
- The Turk's Head0.9 km
- Victoria Inn0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Cumbrian Co-op0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Alston House0.7 km
- Lowbyer Manor Country House1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Jack's Takeaway0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lazonby & Kirkoswald17.4 km
- Haltwhistle17.6 km
- Langwathby18.6 km
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Postcode Profile: CA93AP · Data under Open Government Licence