Is CA11 8RS a safe place to live?

Yes, CA11 8RS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CA11 8RS?

The average property price in CA11 8RS is currently around £260k.

What is the population of CA11 8RS?

The population for the CA11 8RS area is approximately 283 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Eden, North West

FOREST HILL ROAD, CA11 8RS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOREST HILL ROAD, CA11 8RS.

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Population

283

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

51%

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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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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1/10

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Area Character

CA11 8RS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 74% 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

CA11 8RS is a safe, established residential area on Forest Hill Road, 0.3km from Bowscar in Eden. Administratively it sits within Penrith North ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.

For families considering a move, CA11 8RS represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £260k.

Census 2021 statistics for CA11 8RS are sourced from Output Area E00097696 (shared with 23 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 CA11 8RS. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%

Asian / British Asian2.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 1%

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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

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

CA11 8RS has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Other crime1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Penrith4.3 km
Langwathby6.2 km
Lazonby & Kirkoswald6.6 km