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Location in CumbriaBoltonfellend sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Boltonfellend
Boltonfellend is a small settlement located in the county of Cumbria, in the north-west of England. It lies within the historic boundaries of the former county of Lancashire, and is situated near the border with North Yorkshire. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with rolling hills and open countryside typical of the Pennines. The postcode area CA6 covers a wide region of Cumbria, including parts of the Lake District National Park, though Boltonfellend itself is not within the park boundaries. The village is close to the A6 road, which connects major towns such as Kendal and Carlisle. It is a quiet place, with a modest population and a mix of traditional and modern housing. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities, and the area has a long history of agricultural use.
School Ratings in Boltonfellend
Boltonfellend is served by 4 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Boltonfellend
Property prices average £281K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £295K.
Deprivation and Employment in Boltonfellend
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Boltonfellend falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Boltonfellend
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Property Prices 1,234 sales
Schools & Education 4 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CA6 postcode area.
Household Income in Boltonfellend ONS 2023
The average total household income in Boltonfellend is approximately £40,262 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,747. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,747.
Businesses in Boltonfellend ONS 2025
There are approximately 839 active businesses based in Boltonfellend, around 86 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Boltonfellend IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Boltonfellend 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.
Nearest Train Stations 2 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Boltonfellend
Of the 4,220 households in and around Boltonfellend, 77% are owned, 6% are socially rented and 17% 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 Boltonfellend.