Friargate is in Penrith and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA11 7XR is located in the Penrith North 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 Friargate, Penrith, CA11 7XR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA11 7XP, CA11 7XU, CA11 7XJ, CA11 7AJ, CA11 8JL, CA11 7AG, CA11 7XT, CA11 7FB, CA11 7BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA11 7XR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 53.5% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 50.7% | 46.5% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 CA11 7XR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% 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 | 54.9% | 43% | -11.9% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.5% | 30.3% | 2.8% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 10.5% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 13.3% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 7.2% |
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 | 47.6% | 38.9% | -8.7% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 39.5% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 17.8% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 21.2% | 19.8% | -1.4% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 10.8% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 14.8% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 7.1% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 13% | -4.1% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 30.6% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 4.1% | 4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.5% | 92.5% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 83.8% 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 | 90.7% | 83.8% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| European Union | 6.2% | 11.1% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.7% | 84% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 4.3% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 5.7% | 4.8% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.4% | 76.7% | -13.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 4.8% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Other EU countries | 4.3% | 1.5% | 2.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Friargate was 108.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 155.9% higher than the Penrith North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Friargate has the 9th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Penrith North and the 94th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Friarage Friargate, Penrith, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2023-08-17 | £89,551 |
| The Barn The Friarage Friargate, Penrith, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2021-04-27 | £98,414 |
| The Friarage Friargate, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-02-12 | £358,857 |
| How Renwick Friargate, Penrith, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-10-30 | £199,370 |
| The Good Shepherd Multi Academy Trust Friargate, Penrith, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2019-05-29 | £214,099 |
CA11 7XR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick School Brunswick Road , CA11 7LX | 3out of 4 | 397 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaconside CofE Primary School Hutton Hill , CA11 8EN | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School Drovers Lane , CA11 9EL | 3out of 4 | 675 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Lakes School Huntley Avenue , CA11 8NU | 3out of 4 | 929 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yanwath Primary School Yanwath , CA10 2LA | 3out of 4 | 2,990 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 542 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Ullswater Road , CA11 7EG | 4out of 4 | 776 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 | 1,996 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe4Eden | St Andrews Centre, St Andrews Place | 117 yd | |
| Raj Indian Cuisine | 17-18 King Street | 131 yd | |
| Four and Twenty | 42 King Street | 172 yd | |
| The Gathering | 3 King Street | 185 yd | |
| St Andrews Church | St. Andrews Churchyard | 194 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lounge Hotel & Bar | Mitre House, King Street | 132 yd | |
| Fell Bar | 52 King Street | 172 yd | |
| The Robin Hood | 51 King Street | 172 yd | |
| Conservative Club | Crown Square | 186 yd | |
| The Druids Arms | 28 Sandgate | 209 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Piatto | 21 King Street | 131 yd | |
| Just Greek | 48 King Street | 172 yd | |
| Lotus Garden | 6 Crown Square | 186 yd | |
| Sandgate Friery | 34 Burrowgate | 254 yd | |
| Angel Lane Chippie | 17 Angel Lane | 258 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 22-24 King Street | 157 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited also t/a Wm Morrison Filling Station | Brunswick Road | 638 yd | |
| Booths | Unit 1, Westgate House, Brunswick Road | 655 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Ullswater Road | 713 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Castle Retail Park, Cavendish Way | 713 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Peak Fitness (Penrith)(Independent) (Closed) Clint Mill Clint Mill Cornmarket | health and fitness suite | 355 yd |
| Southend Road (Closed) Southend Road | grass pitches | 373 yd |
| Penrith Leisure Centre SOUTHEND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 444 yd |
| Beaconside C Of E Primary School HUTTON HILL | grass pitches | 581 yd |
| Penrith Castle Park CASTLE PARK CASTLE PARK ULLSWATER ROAD | tennis courts | 607 yd |
| Ullswater Community College ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 635 yd |
| St Catherines Catholic Primary School DROVERS LANE | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Penrith Cricket Club WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches | 803 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School ULLSWATER ROAD | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| North Lakes School HUNTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 957 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 | 75.0% |
| 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 | 75.0% |
| 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 | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 23.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.77 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.77 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.