Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

GARDENIA STREET, CA2 4AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARDENIA STREET, CA2 4AW.

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Population

274

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CA2 4AW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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Area Character

CA2 4AW is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 27.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CA2 4AW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gardenia Street, 0.5km from Currock in Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Currock ward and the Carlisle constituency.

For families considering a move, CA2 4AW represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 27.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CA2 4AW are sourced from Output Area E00097096 (shared with 9 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 CA2 4AW. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 154,250

6 sales · Mean £ 158,991

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

CA2 4AW has low crime rates — 42 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 offences83
Public order24
Criminal damage and arson20
Other theft13
Shoplifting11

school Local Schools

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The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided)

Good193 pupils0.3 km
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Robert Ferguson Primary School

Good437 pupils0.6 km
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Brook Street Primary School

Good222 pupils0.8 km
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St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, Carlisle

Good221 pupils0.8 km
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Gillford Centre

Good62 pupils0.9 km
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Upperby Primary School

Good390 pupils1.1 km
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Norman Street Primary School

Good339 pupils1.1 km
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Richard Rose Central Academy

Requires Improvement971 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Halfords0.6 km
  • Bargain Booze0.7 km
  • Euro Garages0.0 km
  • G Gordon, Butchers0.3 km
  • James Street Service Station0.7 km
  • + 18 more
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Supermarkets

10 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.6 km
  • One Stop1.0 km
  • Co-operative Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Co-operative Food0.7 km
  • Madinah Mini Market0.8 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

36 nearby
  • Everestkitchen0.7 km
  • Fontanas Chip Shop0.7 km
  • New City Chinese0.7 km
  • The New Century Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Bobby's Fish & Chips0.2 km
  • + 31 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Abbey Court Guest House0.6 km
  • County Hotel1.0 km
  • Ibis Hotel0.9 km
  • Roadhouse Hotel0.6 km
  • Carlisle Station Hotel0.9 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

21 nearby
  • 301 Miles from London0.9 km
  • Below0.9 km
  • Border Rambler0.9 km
  • Brewdog Carlisle0.8 km
  • Caledonian1.0 km
  • + 16 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • Anazao Tearoom by Katie0.9 km
  • Casa Crisci0.9 km
  • Just Messin Ltd0.9 km
  • Opera Bingo @ the Rex0.7 km
  • Rockit Home0.9 km
  • + 18 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Carlisle0.9 km
  • Dalston (Cumbria)5.6 km
  • Wetheral6.2 km