carlisle CA12 Postcodes

Carlisle (CA12)

The CA12 postcode area is located in the Carlisle postcode town region, within the county of Cumbria, and contains a total of 535 individual postcodes.

There are 55 electoral wards in the CA12 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 Allerdale Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 25% of people in CA12 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 CA12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The CA12 postcode is a postcode district located in the Carlisle district of Cumbria, England, and falls within the Carlisle post town. It covers an extensive area of the city of Carlisle, including Carlisle Castle, Denton Holme, Longship and the city centre.

The CA12 postcode covers an area of east Carlisle which includes a large retail and commercial core, as well as the fantastic four-star halsteads hotel. The area is home to a variety of attractions, such as the Tullie House Museum, the fascinating Carlisle Cathedral, the beautiful Solway Firth and the imposing Carlisle Castle.

The Borders Railway line runs through the CA12 postcode, connecting Carlisle to other parts of England and Scotland. There are several stations along this route, including Kingmoor, which also serves as a freight depot.

Art and culture are also available in the area, with the Rickerby Theatre providing a place to watch musicals and other performances. The Sands Centre is a multi-purpose and multi-venue centre that offers everything from athletic events to music concerts.

The CA12 postcode is also home to a number of top-rated schools. Hartrigg Oaks Primary School has been awarded an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, while Carlisle's University of Cumbria offers a range of undergraduate and post-graduate degrees.

Carlisle is a hugely popular area for business, with residents enjoying a range of attractions such as its International Interhigh business school, as well as its impressive Castle Business Park. The city is also renowned for its shopping, with a variety of stores located in the area.

The CA12 postcode provides residents with a variety of other activities, such as walking and cycling along the River Petteril, or taking part in the various sports and leisure activities available in the neighbourhood. The area is also just a short drive away from the breathtaking Lake District, making it an ideal location for those seeking some tranquil countryside breaks.

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