CA17 4BB is a safe, established residential area on Croft Close, 0.2km from Market Brough in Brough (Eden). Administratively it sits within Appleby and Brough ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.
For families considering a move, CA17 4BB represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 65% 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 £104k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CA17 4BB are sourced from Output Area E00097591 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROFT CLOSE, CA17 4BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROFT CLOSE, CA17 4BB.
430
43
£ 37,900 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CA17 4BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 43, CA17 4BB has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £104k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA17 4BB. The average age is 42.6. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 104,000
2 sales · Mean £ 104,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CA17 4BB 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
Brough Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The One Stop Shop0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Allison's Cafe0.3 km
- Brough Castle Farm Ice Cream & Tearoom0.7 km
- The Outfitters Cafe Bar0.4 km
- The Village Chippy0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Golden Fleece Inn0.2 km
- The Inn at Brough0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kirkby Stephen8.5 km
- Appleby12.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CA174BB · Data under Open Government Licence