Charles Street is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA1 2ET 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 Charles Street, Carlisle, CA1 2ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA1 2EU, CA1 2EP, CA1 2BH, CA1 2HB, CA1 2EX, CA1 2AF, CA1 2HD, CA1 2ES, CA1 2BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA1 2ET, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 54.7% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 46.6% | 45.3% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CA1 2ET, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 54% | 60.8% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 22.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.5% | 19.6% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -24.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 11.1% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 3.5% | -6.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 32.4% | 39.2% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 34.2% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 20% | 16.9% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 8% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 28.1% | 25.6% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 12.6% | 2.0% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 24% | 16.6% | -7.4% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 25.6% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 6.1% | 5.5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 90.7% | 89.5% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 79.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 79.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| European Union | 9% | 15.3% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 9.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.2% | 3.8% | -3.4% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.3% | 79.7% | 0.4% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 8.1% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.9% | 4.7% | -2.2% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 3.8% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.2% | 76.7% | -19.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 3.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Other EU countries | 5.1% | 1.5% | 3.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 27.5% | 13.5% | 14.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.1% | 37.2% | 10.9% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Charles Street was 355.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 349.1% higher than the Botcherby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Charles Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Botcherby and the 24th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 234.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Charles Street, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2024-11-01 | £72,161 |
| 91 Charles Street, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2023-07-27 | £91,163 |
| 93 Charles Street, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2023-03-14 | £69,836 |
| 95 Charles Street, Carlisle, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2021-10-04 | £89,623 |
| 77 Charles Street, Carlisle, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £53,500 | 2021-06-16 | £61,398 |
CA1 2ET area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Street Primary School Edward Street , CA1 2JB | 3out of 4 | 373 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norman Street Primary School Norman Street , CA1 2BQ | 3out of 4 | 477 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 | 1,207 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Ferguson Primary School East Dale Street , Denton Holme CA2 5LA | 3out of 4 | 1,223 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Carlisle Victoria Road , Botcherby CA1 2UE | - not rated | 1,562 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 660 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 2,363 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 3,431 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 | 662 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 1,087 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 1,757 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 2,609 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 4,281 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Maharaj & Paprika Flavours | 145 Botchergate | 262 yd | |
| Elements | 50 Cecil Street | 285 yd | |
| Casa Crisci | Unit 4, Chapel Court, 40-44 Cecil Street | 322 yd | |
| St Nicholas Arms & Alex's Pasta Bar | St Nicholas Arms, 47 London Road | 330 yd | |
| The Penny Farthing Coffee House | The Penny Farthing Coffee House, 40-44 Cecil Street | 333 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cranemakers | 43 London Road | 280 yd | |
| Carlisle South End Constitutional Club Ltd | South End Constitutional Club, St Nicholas Street | 332 yd | |
| Box Arena | Unit 7, Portland Place | 418 yd | |
| Rouge Carlisle Ltd | Rouge, 8 English Gate Plaza, Botchergate | 432 yd | |
| Walkabout | Unit 6, English Gate Plaza, Botchergate | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Century Chinese Takeaway | The New Century Chinese Takeaway, 12 Edward Street | 157 yd | |
| Lick It Dessert Parlour | 141 Botchergate | 255 yd | |
| Gurkha Spicy | Gurkha Spicy, 37 London Road | 264 yd | |
| China City Chinese Takeaway | China City Chinese Takeaway, 33 London Road | 264 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 25a London Road | 264 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | One Stop, 4-5 Fusehill Street | 94 yd | |
| Safari Continental Shop | Botchergate Op Shop,, 157-159 Botchergate | 239 yd | |
| Carlisle Asian Superstore Ltd | 155 Botchergate | 242 yd | |
| Madinah Mini Market | 131 Botchergate | 265 yd | |
| M. K. Spice | H D M Spice Shop, 51 Brook Street | 333 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Cumbria Sports Centre (Fusehill Campus) FUSEHILL STREET | health and fitness suite | 196 yd |
| 2Xl (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite | 242 yd |
| Richard Rose Central Academy VICTORIA PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 598 yd |
| Carlisle College VICTORIA PLACE | 717 yd | |
| The Pools Swimming & Health Centre JAMES STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 720 yd |
| Carlisle Rugby Football Club CARLISLE RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB CARLISLE RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB WARWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Carlisle Squash Club RUGBY GROUND RUGBY GROUND WARWICK ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 729 yd |
| Chatsworth Tennis Club ST. AIDANS ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 743 yd |
| Newman Catholic School NEWMAN LODGE NEWMAN LODGE LISMORE PLACE | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| The Brickhouse (Closed) | health and fitness suite | 835 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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.