High Birch Close is in Penruddock, Penrith and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA11 0SD is located in the Greystoke and Ullswater electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penrith and The Border. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Birch Close, Penruddock, Penrith, CA11 0SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA11 0SD has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 49.4% | 48% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 50.6% | 52% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 CA11 0SD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 21.1% | 29.2% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.2% | 60.4% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 2.4% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -6.7% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.8% | 47.5% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 39.2% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 10% | 12.2% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 CA11 0SD this area, 8.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 8.8% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 8.8% | 2.2% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 8.8% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.8% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 17.5% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.4% | 46.6% | -3.8% | 33.8% | 12.8% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.3% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 93.7% | 88.2% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 7.1% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 87.9% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.7% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 5.4% | 1.3% | 4.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Buddhist | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Birch Close was 49.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.8% higher than the Eamont and Shap average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Birch Close has the 17th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Eamont and Shap and the 286th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 100.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 High Birch Close, Penrith, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £313,500 | 2008-11-04 | £452,737 |
| 1 High Birch Close, Penrith, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 1996-06-28 | £429,928 |
CA11 0SD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 24% 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.
CA11 0SD 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.
The percentage of student residents living in CA11 0SD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 30 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penruddock Primary School Penruddock , CA11 0QU | 3out of 4 | 3,108 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.