Borland Avenue is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA1 2SX 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 Borland Avenue, Carlisle, CA1 2SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA1 2TW, CA1 2SY, CA1 2SR, CA1 2TP, CA1 2TD, CA1 2TN, CA1 2TF, CA1 2SZ, CA1 2TE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA1 2SX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 51.6% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.9% | 48.4% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 2SX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.5% 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 | 53.9% | 57.5% | 3.6% | 37.9% | 19.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.1% | 28.3% | 4.2% | 44.2% | -15.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 7.2% | -6.2% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 | 46.4% | 53.1% | 6.7% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 30.2% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 10.7% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 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.
In the area around CA1 2SX this area, 33.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 12.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.2% | 33.5% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 15.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 13.6% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.3% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 14.2% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 12.1% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -21.7% |
| Other | 11.2% | 5.7% | -5.5% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.4% | 93.7% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 78.4% 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 | 88% | 78.4% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -4.8% |
| European Union | 10.6% | 19.1% | 8.5% | 6.1% | 13.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.7% | 78.7% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.4% | 11.4% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.4% | 6.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.4% | 2.8% | -2.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 45% | 76.7% | -31.7% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 16.7% | 1.3% | 15.4% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 33.8% | 13.5% | 20.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.6% | 37.2% | 17.4% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Borland Avenue was 111.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.9% higher than the Botcherby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Borland Avenue has the 21st highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Botcherby and the 144th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 Borland Avenue, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2024-06-07 | £65,390 |
| 66 Borland Avenue, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2024-01-05 | £86,250 |
| 66 Borland Avenue, Carlisle, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £51,500 | 2021-02-10 | £63,883 |
| 102 Borland Avenue, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2007-08-30 | £100,629 |
| 106 Borland Avenue, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2006-05-24 | £53,340 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 60 |
| Looking after home or family | 52 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Other | 18 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Community School Victoria Road , Botcherby CA1 2UE | - not rated | 365 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Carlisle Victoria Road , Botcherby CA1 2UE | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine Way Junior School Silverdale Road , Harraby CA1 3RQ | - not rated | 906 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine Way Infant School Tindale Drive , Harraby CA1 3SH | - not rated | 944 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inglewood Junior School Arnside Road , Harraby CA1 3QA | 3out of 4 | 1,125 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 | 3out of 4 | 906 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Cumbria Technology College Edgehill Road , CA1 3SL | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | - not rated | 1,653 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's County High School Specialist Sports College Lismore Place , CA1 1LY | - not rated | 1,655 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden School Rickerby , CA3 9AA | - not rated | 2,039 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 | 2,059 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumbria College of Art and Design Brampton Road , CA3 9AY | - not rated | 2,898 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 | 1,703 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Centre 9 Brunswick Street , CA1 1PB | - not rated | 1,816 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 2,149 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 2,165 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York School Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | - not rated | 2,165 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnaud Metal Box Plc - Sodexho Ltd | Carnaud Metal Box Plc, Borland Avenue | 319 yd | |
| Tesco Cafe - Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Stores, Warwick Road | 799 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Toby Cavery, 491 Warwick Road | 799 yd | |
| Borderway Cafe | Harrison And Hetherington, Bor, Montgomery Way | 872 yd | |
| Cafe Central Carlisle | 34 Central Avenue | 910 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Magpie Inn | Magpie Inn, Victoria Road | 430 yd | |
| Brewers Fayre - Lakeland Gate | Premier Inn, Walkmill Crescent | 542 yd | |
| The Shepherds Inn | Shepherds Inn And Auctioneer, Pioneer House, Montgomery Way | 872 yd | |
| The Beehive | The Beehive, Warwick Road | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Chung Fish & Chips | A Chung Fish & Chips, 2 Wood Street | 386 yd | |
| Central Chippy | Central Chippy, 3 Central Avenue | 969 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Stores | Florida Stores, Durranhill Road | 234 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores, Warwick Road | 799 yd | |
| Foreways/Brunton Park Post Office | Foreways/Brunton Park Post Office, 264 Warwick Road | 926 yd | |
| Co-op Supermarket | Co Op Supermarket, 31 Central Avenue | 969 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Cuthberts Catholic Community School VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 351 yd |
| Melbourne Park ENNERDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| Keenan Park ROSEVALE | grass pitches | 737 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 | 64.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 124.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.