carlisle CA13 Postcodes

Carlisle (CA13)

The CA13 postcode area is located in the Carlisle postcode town region, within the county of Cumbria, and contains a total of 695 individual postcodes.

There are 74 electoral wards in the CA13 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, 33% of people in CA13 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 CA13 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 CA13 postcode is located in Carlisle in England's north west, within the Borough of Allerdale. It covers several rural villages and hamlets including Crosscrake, Nannerth, Torpenhow, Waverton, Ewanrigg, Uldale, Whitrigg, Arthuret, Grune, Glasson, Wampool, Holme Low, Netherby, Oldside, and Eaglesfield.

The postcode area has a land area of around 52.9 square kilometres and the population in the 2011 Census was 4,832 people. This was mainly among small settlements and hamlets, with the largest village being Torpenhow, at only 1,400 people. Most villages in the area have a population falling between 0 and 50 people.

In terms of local amenities, there are primary schools at Loweswater, Torpenhow, Netherby, Glasson and Grune, while Eaglesfield has its own pre-school, and Wampool Primary School provides nursery classes. It is served by Maryport train station, located just 6 miles away, and Carlisle is a twenty-minute drive away.

The area's economy is based on agriculture and tourism. The main Tourist Information Centre in the CA13 postcode area is located in the village of Waverton. It provides information on the local area and its attractions, including local fells and lakes. Several local businesses including a pub, coffee shop, creamery and a number of B&Bs can also be found in the area.

The area's vibrant youth culture is fostered through the presence of several volunteer-led youth organisations. These include the CA13 Youth Project, Team CA13, BECOMIN' and Wampool Young Farmers' Club. These organisations work together to deliver projects and activities for young people in the area, while other organisations such as Carlisle & Allerdale Action on Rural Poverty provide support and advice.

The CA13 area has a rich history, with a number of smaller castles, ironworks, churches and old abbey ruins. The area also has a number of cycle routes, walking trails and picnic spots for visitors to explore. In the summer, many local villages host their own summer fetes, and there are two local theatre groups based in the area.

TheCA13 postcode offers a peaceful rural setting with plenty of outdoor activities, interesting attractions and friendly local communities for both residents and visitors.

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