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Location in Scottish BordersCarlenrig sits where the marker shows within the county.

17,713
Population
8,854
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
£37,048
Avg. household income
10
Businesses
2,960
People per km²
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About Carlenrig

Carlenrig is a small settlement located in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland, within the TD9 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the countryside, surrounded by open fields and rolling hills typical of the area. The locality is primarily agricultural, with farmland and scattered farmhouses forming the landscape. There are no major amenities or commercial centres in Carlenrig itself, and it remains a quiet, sparsely populated area. The surrounding countryside offers peaceful walking opportunities and views of the Scottish Borders’ natural scenery. While not a well-known destination, it is a place where the rural character of the region is clearly evident. The area is accessible by road, with nearby villages providing basic services.

House Prices in Carlenrig

Property prices average £211K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £265K.

Deprivation and Employment in Carlenrig

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Carlenrig 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.

Property Prices 18 sales

Average Price £211K
£56K , £458K
Detached £265K 9
Semi £140K 8

Household Income in Carlenrig ONS 2023

The average total household income in Carlenrig is approximately £37,048 a year before tax, 33% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £30,767. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Carlenrig £37,048
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £30,767.

Businesses in Carlenrig ONS 2025

There are approximately 10 active businesses based in Carlenrig, around 1 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% 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.

10 Total businesses
1 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 0%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Carlenrig IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Carlenrig 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
4/10
Income
9/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
1/10
Living Environment
1/10
Children 0-15 12%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 27%
226 Children (0-15) 12%
1,162 Working Age 61%
722 Older (65+) 38%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 14.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.5% 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

Location

Local Government

District Scottish Borders
County Cumbria
Ward Hawick and Hermitage
Constituency Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
Parish Nicholforest
Region North West

Frequently Asked Questions about Carlenrig

What is the population of Carlenrig?
Carlenrig has a population of approximately 17,713 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Carlenrig?
The average property in and around Carlenrig sold for about £210,961, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 40% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Carlenrig a deprived area?
Carlenrig sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Carlenrig?
Carlenrig is covered by the TD9 postcode district.