CA16 6AQ is a mixed residential area within the CA16 district of Eden. Administratively it sits within Eden and Lyvennet Vale ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CA16, CA16 6AQ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Average house prices are around £370k.
Census 2021 statistics for CA16 6AQ are sourced from Output Area E00097659 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CA16 6AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA16 6AQ.
303
53
£ 39,700 /yr
51%
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
CA16 6AQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 83% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA16 6AQ. The average age is 52.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 370,000
1 sales · Mean £ 370,000
school Local Schools
Long Marton School
Bolton Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Appleby4.8 km
- Langwathby12.3 km
- Penrith15.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CA166AQ · Data under Open Government Licence