North West · England
Living in Carlisle
Cumbria’s historic border city, a castle and cathedral between the Lake District and Hadrian’s Wall.
Population around 75,000
What Carlisle is like
Carlisle offers affordable homes and easy access to the Lakes, the Pennines and the Scottish border. It is a practical, well-connected base for anyone who wants the countryside close.
Education
The University of Cumbria has a campus in the city.
University of Cumbria
Getting around
A key rail junction on the West Coast Main Line, with fast trains to Glasgow, Manchester and London.
Jobs & economy
Logistics and distribution, manufacturing, food production and public services.
The property market
Browse current asking prices for homes in Carlisle below.
In a nutshell
- Gateway to the Lake District
- Very affordable housing
- Hadrian’s Wall nearby
- Fast West Coast rail links