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Location in CumbriaCarleton sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Carleton
Carleton is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, in the north of England. It lies within the postcode area CA22 and is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside typical of the region. The village is close to the border with North Yorkshire and is known for its peaceful environment and traditional English character. Carleton is part of the civil parish of Brougham and is near the River Eden, which flows through the area. The local landscape features rolling hills and farmland, with a mix of residential properties and agricultural land. The village has a small community and a sense of quiet rural life, with access to nearby towns such as Penrith and Appleby. It is a place where the pace of life is slow and the surroundings are calm, offering a simple and comfortable way of living.
School Ratings in Carleton
Families in Carleton have access to 18 local schools. Bookwell Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Carleton
Homes sell for an average of £146K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £100K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carleton
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Carleton, with 4 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Carleton
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Carleton around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Carleton
There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Carleton, the nearest being Westcroft House Surgery (0.9 miles away).
Local Data for Carleton
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Property Prices 1,110 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CA22 postcode area.
Household Income in Carleton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Carleton is approximately £47,286 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,968. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,968.
Businesses in Carleton ONS 2025
There are approximately 202 active businesses based in Carleton, around 27 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% 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 Carleton IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Carleton are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Carleton 38 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Carleton is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Carleton
Of the 3,478 households in and around Carleton, 68% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 10% 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 Carleton.