CA5 6DG is a safe, established residential area on Monkhill Fauld, 0.2km from Monkhill in Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Dalston and Burgh ward and the Carlisle constituency.
For families considering a move, CA5 6DG represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CA5 6DG are sourced from Output Area E00097050 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MONKHILL FAULD, CA5 6DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONKHILL FAULD, CA5 6DG.
478
47
£ 43,700 /yr
54%
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
CA5 6DG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 6DG. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 170,000
1 sales · Mean £ 170,000
Terraced
£ 159,250
2 sales · Mean £ 159,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)
CA5 6DG has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Drovers Rest0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Roman Wall Lodges0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Carlisle6.6 km
- Dalston (Cumbria)8.2 km
- Gretna Green9.8 km
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Postcode Profile: CA56DG · Data under Open Government Licence