Postcode Analysis Eden, North West

HILLCREST, CA11 9EX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLCREST, CA11 9EX.

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Population

249

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 36,900 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CA11 9EX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

CA11 9EX has a significant social housing presence — 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 4.9% year-on-year.

home £186,500 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CA11 9EX is a safe, established residential area on Hillcrest, 0.0km from Castletown in Penrith. Administratively it sits within Penrith South ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CA11 9EX is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £186k, up 4.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CA11 9EX are sourced from Output Area E00097719 (shared with 12 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 9EX. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 186,500

2 sales · Mean £ 186,500

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

CA11 9EX has low crime rates — 28 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 offences33
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour6
Other crime6
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith

Good997 pupils0.8 km
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Brunswick School

Good150 pupils0.8 km
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St Catherine's Catholic Primary School

Good112 pupils0.9 km
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North Lakes School

Good204 pupils1.3 km
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Ullswater Community College

Requires Improvement1507 pupils1.3 km
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Beaconside CofE Primary School

Good483 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Angel Lane Accessories1.0 km
  • Spirits Of Dawn1.0 km
  • Oxfam1.0 km
  • Ryans Off Licence Ltd0.9 km
  • Sports Direct1.0 km
  • + 12 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Glendale Guest House0.9 km
  • Acorn Guest House0.9 km
  • Albany House0.9 km
  • Brooklands Guest House0.9 km
  • Norcroft Guest House0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Castlegate Arms0.8 km
  • Agricultural Hotel0.7 km
  • The Station Hotel0.8 km
  • The Beacon Social Club0.9 km
  • The Royal0.9 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • AWJ Penrith Truckstop0.3 km
  • Narrowbar Cafe1.0 km
  • Waffle Time0.9 km
  • Grants of Castlegate0.8 km
  • The George Hotel1.0 km
  • + 18 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.7 km
  • Cranstons Cumbrian Food Hall0.8 km
  • Home Bargains0.6 km
  • Iceland Foods Ltd0.6 km
  • Booths0.6 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Angel Lane Chippie1.0 km
  • Dana Indian Takeaway1.0 km
  • My Kebab0.9 km
  • Olivers Tasty Bites1.0 km
  • Spicy Kitchen1.0 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Penrith0.7 km
  • Langwathby7.6 km
  • Lazonby & Kirkoswald10.5 km