carlisle CA19 Postcodes

Carlisle (CA19)

The CA19 postcode area is located in the Carlisle postcode town region, within the county of Cumbria, and contains a total of 70 individual postcodes.

There are 20 electoral wards in the CA19 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 CA19 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 CA19 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

CA19 postcode is located in the Carlisle district in Cumbria, England. It is a postal code which covers the towns of Wigton, Aspatria, Holme, and St Bees. It also includes the hamlets of Allhallows, Rowrah and Bowness-on-Solway.

The area is mainly rural and it has many farms and rural villages. The area is known for its spectacular coastline and its natural beauty. There are many traditional pubs, restaurants and cafes and the area is full of flora and fauna, not to mention its rich and varied wildlife.

It is home to the Lake District National Park and the Virginian Coast and is a popular holiday destination for those seeking an idyllic break. The landscape is varied, ranging from moorland, mountains and lush valleys. It is a popular area for walking, cycling and horse riding.

CA19 also contains the Sellafield nuclear power and reprocessing plant, which is located on the Cumbrian coast near Sellafield. The plant produces electricity from nuclear fuel around the clock and is monitored by the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority.

The population of the CA19 postcode district is 2,983 in 2011 according to the last census and the main industry is agriculture. The area has many ancient sites, most notably Bewcastle Wall which encloses Bewcastle Castle. It is believed to date back to Roman times and is a Scheduled Ancient Monument.

The area benefits from excellent transport links with Carlisle providing the nearest train station and Penrith providing the nearest airport. The A595 is the main road in the area and provides access to Carlisle, Whitehaven and Workington.

Weather in the area is generally mild with temperatures rarely reaching extreme highs and lows. The area generally enjoys fair weather with rainfall in the winter months.

TheCA19 postcode district in the Carlisle district is a charming area to live and visit. It is full of rural beauty and historic sites, miles of stunning coastline and national parks and excellent transport links.

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