Is CA6 4AD a safe place to live?

Yes, CA6 4AD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CA6 4AD?

The population for the CA6 4AD area is approximately 408 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

CA6 4AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA6 4AD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

408

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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4/10

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5/10

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1/10

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6/10

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8/10

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Area Character

CA6 4AD is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CA6 4AD is a safe, established residential area within the CA6 district of Carlisle. Administratively it sits within Longtown ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.

For families considering a move, CA6 4AD represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CA6 4AD are sourced from Output Area E00097190 (shared with 13 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 CA6 4AD. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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CA6 4AD has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4

Criminal damage and arson1

Public order1

school Local Schools

Rockcliffe CofE School

Good141 pupils0.2 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Crown & Thistle0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Langholm6.8 km
Gretna Green7.3 km
Carlisle7.7 km