814TOTAL POPULATION
359HOUSEHOLDS
4.0%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£41,600AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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CA21 POSTCODE REGION

Carlisle (CA21)

The CA21 postcode area is located in the Carlisle postcode town region, within the county of Cumbria, and contains a total of 40 individual postcodes.

There are 3 electoral wards in the CA21 postcode area, including Alston, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Beckermet, Brampton, Carlisle, Cleator, Cleator Moor, Cockermouth, Egremont, Frizington, Holmrook, Keswick, Kirkby Stephen, Maryport, Moor Row, Penrith, Ravenglass, Seascale, St Bees, Whitehaven, Wigton, Workington which come under the local authority of the Copeland Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 29% of people in CA21 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of CA21 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


The CA21 postcode covers the towns of Cockermouth, and Greysouthen, as well as rural areas around these towns, in the Carlisle district of Cumbria, in the North West of England.

Cockermouth is described as a unique market town, set on the banks of the River Derwent, and home to an array of shops, restaurants, and independent businesses. There is a local museum, the Jennings' Brewery, and the Wordsworth House. In the summertime, the festival Cockermouth Live is held in the town, with a variety of street performances, music and food.

Greysouthen is a small hamlet on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. It is a great place for walking and activities suitable for children and families, including outdoor mini golf courses and a Visitor Centre, dedicated to the area's natural beauty.

The surrounding countryside boasts beautiful views and excellent walking and cycling routes. There are designated bike trails, country lanes, and forestry paths, and local farmers provide walkers with well marked trails through their land. The area is also known for its abundance of bird life, particularly in spring and summer, when the birds come to nest.

The area has a number of excellent schools, including Cockermouth Secondary School, which is renowned for its passion and commitment to education. The postcode also has an excellent transport infrastructure, with easy access to the M6 motorway, Carlisle rail station, and coach links to nearby towns and cities in the region.

The local healthcare system provides excellent services to the local population, with Cockermouth having its own health centre, and neighbourhood surgery. The area is supported by the NHS, offering mental health support, and the district has a community trust which provides housing and support services to vulnerable people.

In addition, there are numerous community events and activities that help strengthen the community. These include the annual Cockermouth Sports Festival, the Keswick Mountain Festival, and the Cockermouth Country Show.

All in all, the CA21 postcode is a unique and vibrant area, with an abundance of natural, cultural, educational, and recreational experiences. It is a great place to raise a family, with an excellent transport system, and offers a unique and diverse population of people. It has a lot to offer both locals and visitors alike, and is certainly a postcode worth exploring.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in CA21 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 29%AB
  • 52%C2/C2
  • 20%DE

According to census records, 29% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 98%WHITE
  • 2%NON-WHITE

98% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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CA21Cumbria

Cumbria

The county of Cumbria

CA21 is located in the county of Cumbria, in England.

Cumbria has a total population of 497,900, making it the 41st largest county in the UK.

Cumbria has a total area of 2612 square miles, and a population density of 73 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Cumbria Postal Town Map
Outward CodeCA21
Postal TownCarlisle
MSOA NameCopeland 007
LSOA NameCopeland 007B
CountyCumbria
RegionCumbria
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCopeland
Area ClassificationMainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%)

CA21 Electoral Wards

The postal region of CA21, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Beckermet
Blackbeck
Braystones
Thornhill
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