CA9 3AR is a safe, established residential area on Middle Park, 0.1km 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 45) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 66% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £214k.
Census 2021 statistics for CA9 3AR are sourced from Output Area E00097576 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MIDDLE PARK, CA9 3AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MIDDLE PARK, CA9 3AR.
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
CA9 3AR is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA9 3AR. 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
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
Detached
£ 227,500
5 sales · Mean £ 212,500
Semi-Detached
£ 148,000
1 sales · Mean £ 148,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
CA9 3AR has low crime rates — 2 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 YHA0.7 km
- Saddlers Bakery and Bistro0.8 km
- Food By Angela At The Top Cafe0.8 km
- Hickins0.8 km
- The Swan's Head0.9 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Alston Pharmacy0.8 km
- Graham Eyes High Class Butchers0.6 km
- Moredun Garage0.7 km
- Alston Post Office0.8 km
- Alston Wholefoods0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Alston Masonic Club0.7 km
- Cumberland Hotel0.6 km
- The Turk's Head0.8 km
- Victoria Inn0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Cumbrian Co-op0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Alston House0.6 km
- Harbut Law1.0 km
- Lowbyer Manor Country House0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Jack's Takeaway0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Lazonby & Kirkoswald17.5 km
- Haltwhistle17.6 km
- Langwathby18.7 km
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Postcode Profile: CA93AR · Data under Open Government Licence