Margery Street is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA1 2BE is located in the Currock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Margery Street, Carlisle, CA1 2BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA1 2BD, CA1 2BG, CA1 2DG, CA1 2AZ, CA1 2BA, CA1 2DD, CA1 2AS, CA1 2DF, CA1 2AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA1 2BE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 48.6% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51.4% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.1% | 41.9% | -0.2% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 35.4% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 14.1% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.4% | 36.7% | -9.7% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 44.7% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 11.1% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 14.4% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 17.2% | 3.6% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 12.1% | -7.4% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 11.1% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 8.6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 21.7% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 27.3% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.8% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 98.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96% | 98.1% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 98.1% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Margery Street was 97.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.0% higher than the Botcherby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Margery Street has the 29th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Botcherby and the 172nd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Margery Street, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £136,500 | 2025-10-31 | £137,748 |
| 4 Margery Street, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £211,000 | 2025-08-15 | £215,290 |
| 23 Margery Street, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2025-06-27 | £123,257 |
| 31 Margery Street, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-01-31 | £135,141 |
| 39 Margery Street, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-01-16 | £135,141 |
CA1 2BE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Street Primary School Norman Street , CA1 2BQ | 3out of 4 | 164 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Street Primary School Edward Street , CA1 2JB | 3out of 4 | 466 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Community School Victoria Road , Botcherby CA1 2UE | - not rated | 987 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Carlisle Victoria Road , Botcherby CA1 2UE | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) Harold Street , Currock CA2 4HG | 3out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aidan's County High School Specialist Sports College Lismore Place , CA1 1LY | - not rated | 561 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | - not rated | 591 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden School Rickerby , CA3 9AA | - not rated | 1,545 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlisle College Victoria Place , CA1 1HS | - not rated | 945 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumbria College of Art and Design Brampton Road , CA3 9AY | - not rated | 1,970 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Park Academy 119 Warwick Road , CA1 1JZ | - not rated | 584 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Centre 9 Brunswick Street , CA1 1PB | - not rated | 708 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 1,019 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 1,548 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 1,955 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Watt Catering Ltd | Brunton Park, Warwick Road | 526 yd | |
| Chatsworth Tennis Club | St Aidans Road | 544 yd | |
| The Clubhouse | Stonyholme Municipal Golf Club, St Aidans Road | 550 yd | |
| St Nicholas Arms & Alex's Pasta Bar | St Nicholas Arms, 47 London Road | 652 yd | |
| Elements | 50 Cecil Street | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive | The Beehive, Warwick Road | 339 yd | |
| The Cranemakers | 43 London Road | 658 yd | |
| Brewers Fayre - Lakeland Gate | Premier Inn, Walkmill Crescent | 671 yd | |
| Carlisle South End Constitutional Club Ltd | South End Constitutional Club, St Nicholas Street | 749 yd | |
| Box Arena | Unit 7, Portland Place | 870 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Century Chinese Takeaway | The New Century Chinese Takeaway, 12 Edward Street | 543 yd | |
| Gurkha Spicy | Gurkha Spicy, 37 London Road | 662 yd | |
| China City Chinese Takeaway | China City Chinese Takeaway, 33 London Road | 662 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 25a London Road | 662 yd | |
| Wellspring | 89 London Road | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | One Stop, 4-5 Fusehill Street | 438 yd | |
| M. K. Spice | H D M Spice Shop, 51 Brook Street | 528 yd | |
| Foreways/Brunton Park Post Office | Foreways/Brunton Park Post Office, 264 Warwick Road | 532 yd | |
| Safari Continental Shop | Botchergate Op Shop,, 157-159 Botchergate | 729 yd | |
| Carlisle Asian Superstore Ltd | 155 Botchergate | 733 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Cumbria Sports Centre (Fusehill Campus) FUSEHILL STREET | health and fitness suite | 311 yd |
| Carlisle Rugby Football Club CARLISLE RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB CARLISLE RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB WARWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 363 yd |
| Carlisle Squash Club RUGBY GROUND RUGBY GROUND WARWICK ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 400 yd |
| Chatsworth Tennis Club ST. AIDANS ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 438 yd |
| Richard Rose Central Academy VICTORIA PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 540 yd |
| Carlisle United (Brunton Park) BRUNTON PARK BRUNTON PARK WARWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 550 yd |
| Melbourne Park ENNERDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| 2Xl (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite | 653 yd |
| Central Fields VICTORIA PLACE | grass pitches | 674 yd |
| Newman Catholic School NEWMAN LODGE NEWMAN LODGE LISMORE PLACE | grass pitches | 734 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.