Is CA7 0BE a safe place to live?

Yes, CA7 0BE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CA7 0BE?

The population for the CA7 0BE area is approximately 265 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Allerdale, North West

CA7 0BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA7 0BE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-10 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

265

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 34,200 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CA7 0BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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9/10

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5/10

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3/10

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4/10

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4/10

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3/10

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3/10

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6/10

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8/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 49, CA7 0BE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

CA7 0BE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.5km from Swinegate in Wigton. Administratively it sits within Wigton ward and the Penrith and The Border constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CA7 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00096720 (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 CA7 0BE. The average age is 49.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

CA7 0BE has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Wigton Nursery and Infant School

Requires Improvement197 pupils0.9 km

Thomlinson Junior School

Good235 pupils1.2 km

The Nelson Thomlinson School

Outstanding1250 pupils1.4 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Jo-Anne Beattie0.4 km
North Allerdale Children's Centre0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wigton1.5 km
Aspatria11.9 km
Dalston (Cumbria)12.4 km