Foster Street is in Shap, Penrith and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA10 3JT 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 Foster Street, Shap, Penrith, CA10 3JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA10 3JU, CA10 3NQ, CA10 3JS, CA10 3JF, CA10 3NG, CA10 3LA, CA10 3JZ, CA10 3LE, CA10 3NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA10 3JT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.6% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.4% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 28.8% | 31.5% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 46.4% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 9.8% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 11.2% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 45.2% | 39.3% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 37.7% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 13% | 18.9% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 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 | 26.3% | 24.1% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 9% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.9% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.9% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 14.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 31.3% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.2% | 99.7% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 97.9% | 98.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 98.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 61.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Foster Street was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.9% lower than the Appleby and Brough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Foster Street has the 29th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Appleby and Brough and the 377th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Foster Street, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-08-20 | £161,403 |
| 1 Foster Street, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2017-06-23 | £132,025 |
| 5 Foster Street, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2016-04-07 | £146,606 |
| 4 Foster Street, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2013-09-12 | £101,262 |
| 5 Foster Street, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2007-08-24 | £156,842 |
CA10 3JT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
CA10 3JT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 3JT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 29 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shap Endowed CofE Primary School Main Street , Shap CA10 3NL | 3out of 4 | 261 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Abbey Kitchen | Midtown Stores, Main Street | 62 yd | |
| Shap Chippy also trading as Shappy Wheels | Cleveland House, Main Street | 73 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms Hotel | Main Street | 50 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | Main Street | 284 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes and Dales Co-operative Shap Branch | The Co Op, Main Street | 85 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shap Endowed C Of E School | grass pitches | 222 yd |
| Shap Sports Hall (Closed) | 297 yd | |
| The Memorial Park GAYLE AVENUE | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 339 yd |
| Shap Open Air Swimming Pool MEMORIAL PARK MEMORIAL PARK MAIN STREET | swimming pool | 400 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% |
| Median download speed | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 56.19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 56.19 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.73 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.