Hillcrest Close is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA1 2QL is located in the Harraby North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 2004-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillcrest Close, Carlisle, CA1 2QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA1 2QJ, CA1 3NQ, CA1 2QH, CA1 2QN, CA1 2PR, CA1 2PS, CA1 2QG, CA1 2PZ, CA1 2QR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA1 2QL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 47.3% | 49.4% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 52.8% | 50.6% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 35.9% | 33.8% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 50.2% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 7.7% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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% | 45.7% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 34.7% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 14.5% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 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% | 23.4% | 0.9% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 9.7% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 12.4% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 20.4% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 23.7% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 6.4% | 2.7% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.3% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 95.6% 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% | 95.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 95.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 58.9% | 46.2% | 12.7% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillcrest Close was 280.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 102.2% higher than the Currock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillcrest Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Currock and the 35th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 201.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 81.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Hillcrest Close, Carlisle, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2024-12-03 | £166,917 |
| 18 Hillcrest Close, Carlisle, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-07-08 | £176,885 |
| 1 - 9 Hillcrest Close, Carlisle, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2019-12-20 | £1,080,210 |
| 10 Hillcrest Close, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2017-05-09 | £200,776 |
| 18 Hillcrest Close, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2014-07-18 | £218,639 |
CA1 2QL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inglewood Infant School School Road , Harraby CA1 3LX | 2out of 4 | 709 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inglewood Junior School Arnside Road , Harraby CA1 3QA | 3out of 4 | 760 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 | 955 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Street Primary School Edward Street , CA1 2JB | 3out of 4 | 981 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norman Street Primary School Norman Street , CA1 2BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,260 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 1,761 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 2,145 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 4,173 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 | 1,087 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 2,003 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 2,410 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 3,953 yd | Other independent school | 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 | 165 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd (Staff Canteen) | Cavaghan And Gray Ltd, Riverbank, Brunel Way | 174 yd | |
| OPCC for Cumbria | Brunel Way | 174 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd (Canteen C&G Eastern Way) | Brunel House, Brunel Way | 174 yd | |
| Taste of Asia group of restaurants | 264-266 London Road | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harraby Inn | Harraby Inn, Harraby Grove | 159 yd | |
| Josephine Bell Catering | Harraby Catholic Club, Edgehill Road | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Pronto | Unit 17-18, Petteril Side | 552 yd | |
| Central Chippy | Central Chippy, 3 Central Avenue | 700 yd | |
| Fortune Garden | Peking Chef Express, 14 Petteril Bank Road | 860 yd | |
| Moranos Express | Quality Pizza, 16 Petteril Bank Road | 860 yd | |
| Everestkitchen | 113 London Road | 870 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Supermarket | Co Op Supermarket, 31 Central Avenue | 700 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores Limited, Petteril Bank Road | 815 yd | |
| Spar | 10-12 Petteril Bank Road | 871 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 1 Cumwhinton Road | 934 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Unit 3a, St Nicholas Gate Retail Park, London Road | 968 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barrie Mark Fitness & Nutrition Centre COULTON HOUSE COULTON HOUSE HARRISON WAY | health and fitness suite | 560 yd |
| Milton Hilltop (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 564 yd |
| Melbourne Park ENNERDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 710 yd |
| Inglewood Junior School ARNSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 716 yd |
| Gillford Park GILLFORD PARK STADIUM GILLFORD PARK STADIUM GILLFORD PARK | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| Bishop Harvey Goodwin Memorial School Harold Street | grass pitches | 1,057 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 | 75.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 103.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 317.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 317.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.