carlisle CA9 Postcodes

Carlisle (CA9)

The CA9 postcode area is located in the Carlisle postcode town region, within the county of Cumbria, and contains a total of 199 individual postcodes.

There are 22 electoral wards in the CA9 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 Eden Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 20% of people in CA9 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 CA9 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The CA9 postcode in the Carlisle district covers much of the Eden Valley and East Cumbria. It starts at the northern edge of the Lake District National Park and stretches out to the north and west, encompassing multiple towns and villages such as Armathwaite, Blencarn, Brampton, Calthwaite, Clifton, Crosby-on-Eden, Cumwhinton and Longtown. The CA9 postcode ranges from light suburbia to the rural Derwent Valley, making it a stunning area to explore and very diverse in terms of scenery.

Although some of the more rural areas are sparsely populated, the larger villages such as Brampton offer some amenities, including supermarkets, places of worship and especially a few pubs. It is a popular area for second home owners and attracts holidaymakers who enjoy the lakeland views, abundant wildlife and strong Welsh influence in some of the more south-western areas. It is also home to many outdoor activities, such as walking and cycling trails, water sport activities, paragliding and a variety of historical sites.

The area is mainly served by the West Coast Main Line, with the closest station being Carlisle, and is connected to cities such as Manchester, Birmingham and Liverpool via the Motorway Networks. There is an active local arts and music scene, with performances hosted regularly. The University of Cumbria has several campuses, mostly located around the CA9 postcode, and has facilities suitable for sports such as rugby, football, boxing and rugby.

Additionally, the district is home to many business parks including Parcelforce and TNT depots, as well as warehouses owned by companies such as Numinix, Sainsbury's and KFC. This makes it a great area for individuals looking for employment or entrepreneurs looking to expand and grow their businesses.

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