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.
GARDENIA STREET, CA2 4AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARDENIA STREET, CA2 4AW.
274
39
£ 35,500 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided)
Robert Ferguson Primary School
Brook Street Primary School
St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, Carlisle
Gillford Centre
Upperby Primary School
Norman Street Primary School
Richard Rose Central Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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, 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
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, 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
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Postcode Profile: CA24AW · Data under Open Government Licence