Postcode Analysis Carlisle, North West

SAWMILL LANE, CA8 1DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAWMILL LANE, CA8 1DA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

377

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 38,200 /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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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
workEmployment
6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CA8 1DA spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 7.1% year-on-year.

home £256,250 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CA8 1DA is a safe, established residential area on Sawmill Lane, 1.1km from Easby in Brampton (Carlisle). Administratively it sits within Brampton 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. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £256k, up 7.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CA8 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00097048 (shared with 16 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 CA8 1DA. The average age is 43.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 236,250

6 sales · Mean £ 232,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CA8 1DA has low crime rates — 36 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.

Violence and sexual offences64
Public order14
Drugs5
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Brampton Primary School

Good202 pupils0.2 km
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William Howard School

Good1362 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Scotch Arms Mews0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • The Capon Tree Cafe0.4 km
  • Berrys Tearoom0.3 km
  • Brampton Supper Club0.5 km
  • Off the Wall0.4 km
  • Star Anise0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Brampton Co-op0.3 km
  • Spar Store0.4 km
  • Spar Store0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Brampton Rooster0.3 km
  • Hoi Sun Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Berti's Fish And Chips0.5 km
  • Ayaan Kitchen LTD0.3 km
  • Brampton Tandoori0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Colin Moore Butchers Ltd0.3 km
  • Cranstons Ltd0.4 km
  • All Things Tea0.3 km
  • Chisholm Bookmakers Ltd0.4 km
  • Half Moon Wholefoods0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Nags Head0.4 km
  • Howard Arms Hotel0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brampton (Cumbria)2.4 km
  • Wetheral9.5 km
  • Carlisle14.2 km