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About

Upperby is a residential ward located in the southern part of Carlisle, within the Cumberland area. The ward is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It includes local amenities such as schools, parks, and small retail outlets, catering to the needs of residents. The area is well-connected to Carlisle city centre via major roads and public transport.

Upperby has a mix of green spaces, including Hammonds Pond and nearby playing fields, providing recreational opportunities. The ward is bordered by the River Petteril to the east, adding a natural element to the area. While largely residential, Upperby also has some light industrial and commercial sites along its edges. The community is served by local schools and has a quiet, suburban feel.

Area overview

On average Upperby has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 122 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Upperby is £31,948 per year. There are 4 schools in Upperby: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
122
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
26.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Upperby Population
6,279
Population density
4,497.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,860
93.31%
Other White
202
3.22%
Other Asian
47
0.75%
Irish
25
0.4%
African
25
0.4%
Total population: 6,280

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
896
32.09%
Owns with a mortgage
764
27.36%
Other social rented
597
21.38%
Private landlord or letting agency
255
9.13%
Social rents from council
190
6.81%
Total households: 2,792

Property prices in Upperby

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £137,500 in Upperby area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £250,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Upperby 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 Upperby over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£195,000
Flats3£80,000
Semi-Detached46£140,000
Terraced11£117,000

10 years median price trend in Upperby

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.