CA3 covers parts of Carlisle in the North West, scoring 54.4/100 on trajectory metrics and placing in the 74th percentile nationally. The postcode district exhibits latent gentrification characteristics, suggesting early-stage urban change. Over the past five years, property prices have grown at a compound annual rate of 2.1%, whilst rental growth has significantly outpaced this at 5.5% annually. This rental-to-price dynamic may interest buy-to-let investors, though the modest capital appreciation reflects the district's currently moderate market conditions. The divergence between rental and capital growth suggests demand from tenant occupiers remains stronger than owner-occupier investment appetite in this postcode area.
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- 1Property prices up 1.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.5% per year
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What's changing in Carlisle · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 2.8 points this month to 52/100, driven mainly by safety.
16 planning applications submitted in CA3 over the last six months, 1 change of use.
- Change Of Use From First Floor Flat And Attic Space (Use Class C3) To 8no. Bedroom 9no. Person Ho...Jun 2026 · Registered
- Extension To Existing HardstandingJun 2026 · Registered
- Pruning Back Branches That Overhang Rear Garden To Group Of Beech Trees Subject To TPO212Jun 2026 · Registered
Carlisle (CA3) common questions
Is Carlisle up and coming?
Carlisle (CA3) has a trajectory score of 52/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 41% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 2.6 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Carlisle safe?
Carlisle has a safety score of 33/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Carlisle?
The average property price in Carlisle (CA3) is £177k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.8% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Carlisle?
The median monthly rent in Carlisle (CA3) is £650 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Carlisle?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Carlisle (CA2), Carlisle (CA1), Carlisle (CA4), Morecambe (LA4). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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