Thirlwell Gardens is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA1 2DU is located in the Botcherby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thirlwell Gardens, Carlisle, CA1 2DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA1 2BX, CA1 2BU, CA1 2BS, CA1 2BT, CA1 2DY, CA1 2BY, CA1 2DZ, CA1 2AX, CA1 1LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA1 2DU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 57.4% | 48.4% | -9.0% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 42.6% | 51.6% | 9.0% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 27.6% | 34.7% | 7.1% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 37.6% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 16.2% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 17.8% | 10.4% | -7.4% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 39.6% | 43.8% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 34% | 33.5% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 13.5% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 8.6% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.5% | 26.6% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 13.3% | 4.7% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.1% | 16.2% | -7.9% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.8% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 16.8% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 20.8% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.4% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 98% | 90.3% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.8% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 90.3% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 61.3% | 46.2% | 15.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thirlwell Gardens was 190.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 140.5% higher than the Botcherby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thirlwell Gardens has the 11th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Botcherby and the 62nd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 125.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 54.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Thirlwell Gardens, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-12-20 | £87,786 |
| 52 Thirlwell Gardens, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2024-11-21 | £98,611 |
| 62 Thirlwell Gardens, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-11-20 | £88,794 |
| 72 Thirlwell Gardens, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2024-10-23 | £94,724 |
| 22 Thirlwell Gardens, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-09-20 | £90,615 |
CA1 2DU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CA1 2DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 688 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Carlisle Victoria Road , Botcherby CA1 2UE | - not rated | 698 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Street Primary School Edward Street , CA1 2JB | 3out of 4 | 988 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inglewood Junior School Arnside Road , Harraby CA1 3QA | 3out of 4 | 1,944 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) Harold Street , Currock CA2 4HG | 3out of 4 | 1,976 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 752 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 1,327 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 4,502 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 1,328 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 1,878 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 2,408 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 3,006 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 4,152 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | 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 | 251 yd | |
| Chatsworth Tennis Club | St Aidans Road | 541 yd | |
| The Clubhouse | Stonyholme Municipal Golf Club, St Aidans Road | 550 yd | |
| Tesco Cafe - Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Stores, Warwick Road | 881 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Toby Cavery, 491 Warwick Road | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive | The Beehive, Warwick Road | 289 yd | |
| Brewers Fayre - Lakeland Gate | Premier Inn, Walkmill Crescent | 387 yd | |
| The Magpie Inn | Magpie Inn, Victoria Road | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Chung Fish & Chips | A Chung Fish & Chips, 2 Wood Street | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreways/Brunton Park Post Office | Foreways/Brunton Park Post Office, 264 Warwick Road | 66 yd | |
| Florida Stores | Florida Stores, Durranhill Road | 836 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores, Warwick Road | 881 yd | |
| One Stop | One Stop, 4-5 Fusehill Street | 1,011 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carlisle United (Brunton Park) BRUNTON PARK BRUNTON PARK WARWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 203 yd |
| Carlisle Rugby Football Club CARLISLE RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB CARLISLE RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB WARWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 463 yd |
| Carlisle Squash Club RUGBY GROUND RUGBY GROUND WARWICK ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 496 yd |
| Chatsworth Tennis Club ST. AIDANS ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 525 yd |
| Stony Holme Golf Club ST. AIDANS ROAD | golf | 559 yd |
| St Cuthberts Catholic Community School VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 623 yd |
| Central Fields VICTORIA PLACE | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| Melbourne Park ENNERDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| Richard Rose Central Academy VICTORIA PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 829 yd |
| University Of Cumbria Sports Centre (Fusehill Campus) FUSEHILL STREET | health and fitness suite | 889 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.