CA11 8WH is a sought-after residential area on Carleton Hill Road, 0.5km from Carleton in Penrith. Administratively it sits within Penrith South ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CA11, CA11 8WH offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CA11 8WH are sourced from Output Area E00097671 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARLETON HILL ROAD, CA11 8WH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARLETON HILL ROAD, CA11 8WH.
570
42
£ 42,800 /yr
52%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CA11 8WH's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership 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 CA11 8WH. The average age is 42.4. 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 & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CA11 8WH has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Beaconside CofE Primary School
Ullswater Community College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Penrith Rugby Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Little Griddle Co0.8 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Caffeine Rush0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Penrith2.0 km
- Langwathby5.4 km
- Lazonby & Kirkoswald9.7 km
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Postcode Profile: CA118WH · Data under Open Government Licence