Old Post Office Row is in Eamont Bridge, Penrith and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA10 2BS is located in the Eamont and Shap electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penrith and The Border. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Post Office Row, Eamont Bridge, Penrith, CA10 2BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA10 2BH, CA10 2BN, CA10 2BW, CA10 2BX, CA10 2BU, CA10 2DY, CA10 2BD, CA10 2BP, CA10 2BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA10 2BS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.1% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.9% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CA10 2BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19% | 18.6% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -19.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 59% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 11.5% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 8.8% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 35.5% | 43.2% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 37.7% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 15.5% | -5.8% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 3.5% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 32.4% | 19% | -13.4% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 12.2% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 14.3% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 10% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 11.3% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 29.6% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.2% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.5% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 95.9% | 94.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.2% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 93.7% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 3% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.2% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.1% | 37.2% | -11.1% |
| Christian | 66.2% | 46.2% | 20.0% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Post Office Row was 35.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.3% lower than the Eamont and Shap average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Post Office Row has the 24th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Eamont and Shap and the 385th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 40.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Old Post Office Row, Penrith, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2023-05-05 | £184,211 |
| 4 Old Post Office Row, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2015-02-10 | £215,721 |
| 4 Old Post Office Row, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2005-11-28 | £233,028 |
| 2 Old Post Office Row, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2005-09-02 | £187,122 |
| 2 Old Post Office Row, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2004-05-28 | £243,296 |
CA10 2BS 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 CA10 2BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 206 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Lakes School Huntley Avenue , CA11 8NU | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yanwath Primary School Yanwath , CA10 2LA | 3out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick School Brunswick Road , CA11 7LX | 3out of 4 | 1,991 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaconside CofE Primary School Hutton Hill , CA11 8EN | 3out of 4 | 2,035 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School Drovers Lane , CA11 9EL | 3out of 4 | 2,320 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ullswater Community College Wetheriggs Lane , CA11 8NG | 2out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Ullswater Road , CA11 7EG | 4out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter Hall School Frenchfield , Penrith CA11 8UA | - not rated | 1,730 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welplan Limited | Old Mansion House | 131 yd | |
| The Crown Hotel | 131 yd | ||
| Tim Hortons | Fieldrose House, Bridge Lane | 742 yd | |
| Brougham Hall Coffee House | Unit, 9 Brougham Hall | 772 yd | |
| Cricketers Kitchen | Penrith Cricket Club, Wetheriggs Lane | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beehive Inn | 131 yd | ||
| Penrith Cricket Club | Wetheriggs Lane | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail Ltd | Bridge Lane | 742 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penrith Cricket Club WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches | 966 yd |
| North Lakes School HUNTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 990 yd |
| Ullswater Community College ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,068 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.