Arlecdon on the map
Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)
Location in CumbriaArlecdon sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Arlecdon
Arlecdon is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, in the north of England. It lies within the historic county of Westmorland and is situated near the border with North Yorkshire. The village is part of the Eden Valley, known for its rolling countryside and agricultural landscape. Arlecdon is positioned close to the A685 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Penrith and Appleby. The area is predominantly rural, with fields and farmland surrounding the settlement. The village itself is modest in size, with a small number of homes and a few local amenities. The postcode area for Arlecdon is CA26, which serves the surrounding region. The community is quiet and peaceful, reflecting the character of the wider Cumbrian countryside.
School Ratings in Arlecdon
There are 35 schools in and around Arlecdon. North East Copeland SureStart Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Arlecdon
The average property price is £164K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £86K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Arlecdon
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Arlecdon, with 3 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Arlecdon
Arlecdon sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Arlecdon
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Property Prices 629 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CA26 postcode area.
Household Income in Arlecdon ONS 2023
The average total household income in Arlecdon is approximately £44,537 a year before tax, 19% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,689. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £33,689.
Businesses in Arlecdon ONS 2025
There are approximately 83 active businesses based in Arlecdon, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 0 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Arlecdon IMD 2025
Arlecdon sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Arlecdon 27 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime levels in Arlecdon sit broadly in line with national averages for a village of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Arlecdon
Of the 1,832 households in and around Arlecdon, 73% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Arlecdon.