Area Guide – Carlisle (CA)

Living in Carlisle (CA)

Crime levels in Carlisle (CA) are around the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, local rail access nearby, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Carlisle (CA)

Is Carlisle (CA) a good place to live?

Carlisle (CA) has crime levels close to the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and local rail access.

Are there good schools in Carlisle (CA)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 10 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Carlisle (CA)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

bar_chart Key Indicators

shield Crime Around England average (69 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 10 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
Carlisle College	16 plus	Not rated	0.3 mi
Trinity School	Secondary	Not rated	0.3 mi
St Aidan's County High School Specialist Sports College	Secondary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Richard Rose Central Academy	Secondary	Not rated	0.5 mi
Brook Street Primary School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
Norman Street Primary School	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
Robert Ferguson Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.6 mi
Robert Ferguson Primary School	Primary	Good	0.6 mi
Robert Ferguson Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.6 mi
Caldew Lea School	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided)	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Bishop Goodwin CofE Nursery and Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Bishop Goodwin Memorial CofE Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Stanwix School	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Stanwix Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
Cumbria College of Art and Design	16 plus	Not rated	0.9 mi
St Bede's Catholic Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Eden School	Secondary	Not rated	1.1 mi
St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, Carlisle	Primary	Not rated	1.2 mi
St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.2 mi
St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Carlisle	Primary	Good	1.2 mi
St Cuthbert's Catholic Community School	Primary	Not rated	1.2 mi
Newtown Community Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.2 mi
Newtown Primary School	Primary	Requires Improvement	1.2 mi
Belah Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.3 mi
Newlaithes Junior School	Primary	Good	1.3 mi
Upperby Primary School	Primary	Good	1.3 mi
Upperby Infant School	Primary	Not rated	1.3 mi
Upperby Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.3 mi
Newlaithes Infant School	Primary	Good	1.4 mi

directions_railway Transport Rail access via Carlisle Rail Station

Station	Distance
Carlisle Rail Station	0.1 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Very good air quality (PM2.5: 5.0 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 25 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
MORTON BRANCH SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 3	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
SPENCER STREET SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
SPENCER ST SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
MORTON BRANCH SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
MORTON BRANCH SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
CARLISLE CENTRAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
WARWICK SQUARE GROUP PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
RECOVERY STEPS CUMBRIA	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
FUSEHILL MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
EDEN MEDICAL GROUP	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
EDEN MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
EDEN MEDICAL GROUP - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
DR BRITTON 42 BLACKWELL ROAD	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
DR HORNE 15 SCOTLAND ROAD	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
CUMBRIA HEALTH ON CALL EXTENDED ACCESS	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FT	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
MORTON SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
NORTH CARLISLE MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
NORTH CARLISLE MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
CARLISLE HEALTHCARE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
CARLISLE HEALTHCARE- COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
CARLISLE HEALTHCARE SOUTH	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
EDEN VALLEY HOSPICE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
CARLISLE LOCALITY PRIMARY CARE SERVICES	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
CUMBRIA HEALTH	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
CUMBERLAND INFIRMARY	A&E Hospital	1.0 mi