10,213TOTAL POPULATION
4,536HOUSEHOLDS
3.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£0AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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CA8 POSTCODE REGION

Carlisle (CA8)

The CA8 postcode area is located in the Carlisle postcode town region, within the county of , and contains a total of 674 individual postcodes.

There are 72 electoral wards in the CA8 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 Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 22% of people in CA8 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 CA8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The CA8 postcode is located in the city of Carlisle, in the North West region of England. It is an area of cultural diversity, with a population of over 65,000.

The main areas that make up this postcode are Carlisle City Centre, Stanwix, Morton, Holme, Irthington and Newby. The area has a range of amenities, including shopping centres, schools, leisure facilities, places of worship and a university.

The area has many historic buildings and monuments, such as Carlisle Castle, Tullie House and Carlisle Cathedral. There are also the remains of Hadrian's Wall, which was built by the Romans in the 2nd century. There are also several parks and gardens in the area, including Brampton Park, Stanwix Park and The Sands Centre.

In terms of transport, the Carlisle Railway Station is located in the CA8 postcode, providing links to major cities and towns. The M6 motorway also runs south of the area, connecting the city to the rest of the UK.

The CA8 postcode also has its fair share of retail, with the Lanes Shopping Centre being one of the most prominent. There are also a variety of pubs, restaurants and bars in the area, providing residents with plenty of options for entertainment.

The CA8 postcode has several sports teams, including Carlisle United Football Club and Carlisle Cricket Club. The area is also home to the popular Energi Adventure Park, an indoor family attraction that provides a range of activities for all ages.

TheCA8 postcode is a vibrant area that has a lot to offer to locals and visitors alike. It is an ideal location for those looking to enjoy the culture, history and attractions of the city of Carlisle in the North West of England.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 93%WORKING
  • 7%UNEMPLOYED

7% of people in CA8 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 22%AB
  • 56%C2/C2
  • 23%DE

According to census records, 22% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 97%WHITE
  • 3%NON-WHITE

97% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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CA8

The county of

CA8 is located in the county of , in .

has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.

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

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Outward CodeCA8
Postal TownCarlisle
MSOA Name
LSOA Name
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Region
Country
Local Authority
Area ClassificationUnclassified

CA8 Electoral Wards

The postal region of CA8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Albyfield
Allenwood
Ayle
Banks
Bewcastle
Black Lyne
Blenkinsopp Hall
Brampton
Broadwath
Burnrigg
Burtholme
Castle Carrock
Coanwood
Corby Hill
Cumrew
Cumwhitton
Eals
Farlam
Faugh
Fenton
Forest Head
Foulbog Sike
Gairn Burn
Gelt
Gilsland
Great Corby
Greenhead
Greenwell
Hallbankgate
Halton Lea Gate
Haltwhistle
Hayton
Heads Nook
Holmwrangle
Hornsby
How
Irthing
Irthing
Irthington
King Water
Kinkry Hill
Kirkcambeck
Kirkhouse
Knarsdale
Lambley
Lanercost
Laversdale
Little Corby
Low Cotehill
Low Row
Midgeholme
Milton
Newbiggin
Brampton
Newby East
Newtown
Oakshaw Ford
Park Village
Plenmeller
Roadhead
Roughsike
Rowfoot
Shopford
Slaggyford
Sleetbeck
Stapleton
Talkin
Tindale
Upper Denton
Walton
Warwick Bridge
White Lyne
Yett Burn
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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