CA5 6AU is a safe, established residential area on Beech Croft, 0.1km from West End in Burgh by Sands. Administratively it sits within Dalston and Burgh ward and the Carlisle constituency.
For families considering a move, CA5 6AU represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CA5 6AU are sourced from Output Area E00097053 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEECH CROFT, CA5 6AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEECH CROFT, CA5 6AU.
317
45
£ 43,700 /yr
49%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CA5 6AU spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. 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 CA5 6AU. The average age is 44.7. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 150,000
3 sales · Mean £ 154,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
CA5 6AU has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Burgh by Sands School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Greyhound Inn0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Carlisle8.8 km
- Gretna Green9.0 km
- Dalston (Cumbria)9.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CA56AU · Data under Open Government Licence