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About

Botcherby is a residential suburb located directly east of Carlisle city centre, across the River Eden. The area is characterised by post-war housing, primarily semi-detached and terraced homes, with some modern infill developments. Its layout is defined by several main roads that channel traffic towards the city, creating a functional and settled neighbourhood atmosphere. Local shopping needs are met by a small parade of shops on Eastern Way.

The ward contains significant green space, including Rickerby Park which stretches along the riverbank. This park is the site of the annual Carlisle fireworks display. The area is also home to the city's main cemetery and crematorium, providing a large, quiet expanse of landscaped ground. Botcherby's community facilities include several schools and sports clubs, serving its long-established population.

Area overview

On average Botcherby has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 189 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Botcherby is £39,680 per year. There are 2 schools in Botcherby: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Botcherby is home to around 6,592 people, with a population density of about 2,257.4 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
189
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
20.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Botcherby Population
6,592
Population density
2,257.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
101.64(+172%)
Shoplifting
21.54(+273%)
Public order
21.09(+108%)
Anti-social behaviour
20.48(+14%)
Drugs
18.05(+363%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,720
86.84%
Other White
538
8.17%
African
44
0.67%
White and Asian (mixed)
36
0.55%
Irish
33
0.5%
Total population: 6,587

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,268
24.09%
No qualifications
1,143
21.71%
Level 3 (A level)
943
17.91%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
777
14.76%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
620
11.78%
Total 16+ residents: 5,264

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
899
30.99%
Owns with a mortgage
841
28.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
461
15.89%
Other social rented
448
15.44%
Social rents from council
149
5.14%
Total households: 2,901

Property prices in Botcherby

Based on 115 recent sales, the median property price is £147,000 in Botcherby area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,000 up to £383,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Botcherby in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Botcherby over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£286,000
Flats10£92,500
Semi-Detached32£162,500
Terraced60£139,975

10 years median price trend in Botcherby

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Botcherby.

All postcodes in Botcherby

CA11LQ

Warwick Road

CA12FU

Bedstone Place

CA12AX

Brunton Crescent

CA12RS

Montgomery Way

CA12FY

Pillar Lane

CA12WA

Heron Drive

CA12GW

Swann Lane

CA12RP

Montgomery Way

CA12AQ

Broad Street

CA11LF

Warwick Road

CA12AU

Brunton Avenue

CA12XG

Scotby Close

CA12WB

Finch Close

CA12TL

Borland Avenue

CA11LR

Victoria Place

CA12RL

Geltsdale Avenue

CA12TS

Ennerdale Avenue

CA12SU

Durranhill Road

CA12WG

Whimbrel Drive

CA12SZ

Durranhill Road

CA12UA

Warwick Road

CA12LB

Moorwood Close

CA12WE

Falcon Mews

CA12AJ

Petteril Street

CA12AP

Tullie Street

CA11LJ

Warwick Road

CA12TX

Botcherby Avenue

CA12BS

Warwick Road

CA12TH

Applewood Close

CA12UE

Victoria Road

CA12TW

Merith Avenue

CA12SH

Bramerton Orchard

CA12SR

Durranhill Road

CA12RW

Montgomery Way

CA12UQ

St Joseph'S Gardens

CA11LW

Botcherby

CA12TA

Broadoaks Grange

CA12RQ

Durranhill Road

CA12ST

Wavell Drive

CA12DB

Greystone Road

CA11LG

Warwick Road

CA12SE

Wavell Drive

CA11LU

Warwick Road

CA12LD

Heathfield Close

CA12AR

Tullie Street

CA12AS

Eldred Street

CA12RY

Durranhill Road

CA12DD

Greystone Road

CA12TU

Botcherby Avenue

CA12SY

Borland Avenue

CA11LY

Lismore Place

CA12BY

Greystone Road

CA12XH

Scotby Gardens

CA12PP

Chapel Brow

CA11LP

Warwick Road

CA11LX

Lismore Place

CA12BA

Tullie Street

CA12TN

Merith Avenue

CA12SP

Durranhill Road

CA12BU

Thirlwell Avenue

CA12WF

Walkmill Crescent

CA12SB

Warwick Road

CA11LS

St Aidans Road

CA12FT

Eastern Way

CA12RN

Hespek Raise

CA12BB

Irthing Street

CA12XB

Farlam Drive

CA12UY

Montgomery Way

CA12GU

Rufus Road

CA12SA

Wavell Drive

CA12TJ

Borland Avenue

CA12RU

Warwick Road

CA12UR

Auchinlek Drive

CA12TT

Borland Avenue

CA12BD

Jackson Street

CA12UH

St Josephs Court

CA12AH

Lismore Street

CA12UG

Eden Park Crescent

CA12FW

Millers Close

CA12LN

Alexandra Drive

CA12TP

Merith Avenue

CA12RH

Talkin Close

CA12RX

Charlotte Terrace

CA11LH

Warwick Road

CA12SL

Mount Florida

CA12AT

Eldred Street

CA11LL

Thirlwell Gardens

CA12UB

Willow Park

CA12DU

Thirlwell Gardens

CA12SF

Wood Street

CA12SN

Croft Terrace

CA12SX

Borland Avenue

CA12BT

Warwick Road

CA12DZ

Riverside Way

CA11LT

St Aidans Road

CA12TG

Broadoaks Court

CA12BX

Warwick Road

CA12SG

St Andrews Close

CA12TD

Holywell Crescent

CA12AW

Petteril Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.