About Beckermet

Beckermet is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, in the north-west of England. It lies within the historic county of Westmorland and is part of the Eden district. The village is situated near the border with Lancashire, close to the River Eamont and the town of Penrith. Beckermet is known for its rural setting and agricultural surroundings, with fields and farmland stretching across the landscape. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. It is served by local amenities including a church, a village hall, and a small shop. The area is popular with walkers and those who enjoy the countryside, offering access to the nearby Lake District National Park. The postcode area for Beckermet is CA21.

School Ratings in Beckermet

Beckermet is served by 12 schools. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Beckermet

Property prices average £237K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £270K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Beckermet

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Beckermet, with 3 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beckermet

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Beckermet falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Beckermet

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Beckermet, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 138 sales

Average Price £237K
£73K — £425K
Detached £270K 84
Semi £193K 24
Terraced £137K 22

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Beckermet CofE School Primary Good 0.3 miles Thornhill Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Bookwell Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.5 miles St Bridget's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Egremont SureStart Children's Centre Good 2.7 miles Orgill Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles West Lakes Academy Secondary 2.8 miles Seascale Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Gosforth CofE Primary School Primary Good 4 miles St Bees Village Primary School Primary 4.2 miles St Bees School Good 4.5 miles Moor Row Community Primary School Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Beckermet IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Beckermet in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
8/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
5/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
4/10
452 Children (0-15) 16%
1,709 Working Age 59%
1,024 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 6.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Beckermet 8 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Beckermet is above the national average when measured per capita. Other theft dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

3 Other Theft
1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Vehicle Crime
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Cumbria Egremont Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Braystones Train Station 0.7 miles
Nethertown Train Station 2 miles
Sellafield Train Station 2.2 miles
Seascale Train Station 3.4 miles
St Bees Train Station 4.2 miles
Drigg Train Station 5.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Blackbeck 0.6 miles Braystones 0.9 miles Thornhill 1.2 miles Yottenfews 1.4 miles High Sellafield 1.4 miles Haile 1.8 miles Middletown 1.8 miles Carleton 1.9 miles Calder Bridge 2 miles Nethertown 2 miles Calder 2.2 miles Egremont 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Copeland
County Cumbria
Ward Beckermet
Constituency Copeland
Parish Beckermet
Region North West

Streets in CA21 13 shown View all streets

Bankfield 1 Beck Close 3 Braystones Road 3 Fleming Drive 1 Hunter Rise 1 Kirkbeck Drive 1 Lowrey Close 1 Mill Lane 2 Morass Road 4 Nursery Road 8 Sellafield Road 4 Station Crescent 1 The Millfields 1

Postcodes in CA21 37 shown View all postcodes

CA21 2XA CA21 2XB CA21 2XD CA21 2XE CA21 2XF CA21 2XG CA21 2XH CA21 2XJ CA21 2XL CA21 2XN CA21 2XP CA21 2XQ CA21 2XR CA21 2XS CA21 2XT CA21 2XU CA21 2XW CA21 2XX CA21 2XY CA21 2XZ CA21 2YA CA21 2YB CA21 2YD CA21 2YE CA21 2YF CA21 2YG CA21 2YH CA21 2YJ CA21 2YL CA21 2YN CA21 2YP CA21 2YS CA21 2YT CA21 2YU CA21 2YW CA21 2YX CA21 2YY