CA17 4AF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Crescent, 0.5km from Kirkby Stephen in Kirkby Stephen. Administratively it sits within Kirkby Stephen and Tebay ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £132k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 2.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CA17 4AF are sourced from Output Area E00097631 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE CRESCENT, CA17 4AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CRESCENT, CA17 4AF.
228
48
£ 37,900 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CA17 4AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 48, CA17 4AF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £132k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 2.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA17 4AF. The average age is 48.2. 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: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 130,000
7 sales · Mean £ 117,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CA17 4AF has low crime rates — 29 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.
school Local Schools
Kirkby Stephen Primary School
Kirkby Stephen Grammar School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Kirkby Stephen and Upper Eden Visitor Centre0.4 km
- Spar0.2 km
- Spar0.8 km
- Johnstones Garage0.8 km
- Silver Sweets0.5 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Old Forge Micropub0.5 km
- Kirkby Stephen Sports & Social Club0.3 km
- The La'l Nook0.3 km
- The Pennine Boutique Hotel0.4 km
- The Taggy Man0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Century0.4 km
- Church Gallery0.5 km
- Costa Coffee0.3 km
- Evangelical Church0.2 km
- Auction Mart Cafe0.4 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Stitched up in Eden0.4 km
- Coast to Coast0.6 km
- Santorino0.4 km
- Beagles Bakes and Baguettes0.3 km
- Archway Fish and Chips0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Kirkby Stephen Hostel0.3 km
- Bollam Cottage0.4 km
- Fletcher House0.3 km
- Lockholme Bed and Breakfast0.5 km
- Old Croft House0.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- North Eastern and Cumbrian Co-op0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kirkby Stephen2.2 km
- Appleby15.3 km
- Garsdale16.6 km
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Postcode Profile: CA174AF · Data under Open Government Licence