London Road is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA1 2PR is located in the Harraby North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about London Road, Carlisle, CA1 2PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA1 2PZ, CA1 2QE, CA1 2QH, CA1 2QJ, CA1 2QA, CA1 2QL, CA1 2PS, CA1 2QG, CA1 2FD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA1 2PR has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 47.3% | 49.2% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 52.8% | 50.8% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 35.9% | 32.5% | -3.4% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 45.8% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 13.9% | 7.5% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 49.5% | 40% | -9.5% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 40.5% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 10.8% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 2% | 7.2% | 5.2% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 22.5% | 20% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 10.6% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 15.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 4.1% | -2.3% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 15.9% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 30.6% | 11.8% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 6.4% | 2.9% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.9% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
In this area, 86.6% 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 | 96% | 86.6% | -9.4% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 9.3% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 87% | -8.3% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.6% | 76.7% | -5.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 4.6% | 1.3% | 3.3% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Road was 106.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.3% lower than the Currock average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
London Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Currock and the 162nd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harraby Green Service Station London Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2017-05-04 | £270,367 |
CA1 2PR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CA1 2PR 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 | 62 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 48 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) Harold Street , Currock CA2 4HG | 3out of 4 | 794 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inglewood Infant School School Road , Harraby CA1 3LX | 2out of 4 | 837 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inglewood Junior School Arnside Road , Harraby CA1 3QA | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Street Primary School Edward Street , CA1 2JB | 3out of 4 | 906 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, Carlisle Kirklands Road , CA2 4JD | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 1,422 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 1,723 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 4,011 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 963 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 1,920 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 2,304 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 3,867 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 5,465 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | London Road | 4 yd | |
| Costa Limited | Unit 6, London Road Retail Park | 270 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Restaurant | Unit 5, London Road Retail Park | 270 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd (Staff Canteen) | Cavaghan And Gray Ltd, Riverbank, Brunel Way | 336 yd | |
| OPCC for Cumbria | Brunel Way | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harraby Inn | Harraby Inn, Harraby Grove | 260 yd | |
| The Rock | The Currock Inn, 41-43 Boundary Road | 1,021 yd | |
| The Cranemakers | 43 London Road | 1,059 yd | |
| Josephine Bell Catering | Harraby Catholic Club, Edgehill Road | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Pronto | Unit 17-18, Petteril Side | 432 yd | |
| Everestkitchen | 113 London Road | 759 yd | |
| New City Chinese | New City Chinese, 101-103 London Road | 759 yd | |
| Fontanas Chip Shop | Ground Floor, 93-95 London Road | 851 yd | |
| Central Chippy | Central Chippy, 3 Central Avenue | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Unit 3a, St Nicholas Gate Retail Park, London Road | 844 yd | |
| Asda Supermarket | Asda Supermarket, Unit 5a, St Nicholas Gate Retail Park | 844 yd | |
| Co-op Supermarket | Co Op Supermarket, 31 Central Avenue | 854 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores Limited, Petteril Bank Road | 873 yd | |
| Spar | 10-12 Petteril Bank Road | 893 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Milton Hilltop (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 424 yd |
| Barrie Mark Fitness & Nutrition Centre COULTON HOUSE COULTON HOUSE HARRISON WAY | health and fitness suite | 470 yd |
| Gillford Park GILLFORD PARK STADIUM GILLFORD PARK STADIUM GILLFORD PARK | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Melbourne Park ENNERDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Inglewood Junior School ARNSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 847 yd |
| Bishop Harvey Goodwin Memorial School Harold Street | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| St Margaret Marys Catholic Primary School KIRKLANDS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,080 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.