Albion Close is in Penrith and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA11 8BW 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 2019-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Albion Close, Penrith, CA11 8BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA11 8BU, CA11 7XJ, CA11 8JJ, CA11 8BZ, CA11 8HT, CA11 8NB, CA11 8DG, CA11 8JN, CA11 8BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA11 8BW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 55.1% | 53% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 44.9% | 47% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CA11 8BW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.9% 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 | 40% | 43.9% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.8% | 32.3% | 2.5% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 12.2% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 18.6% | 9.1% | -9.5% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 40.9% | 41.4% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 35.2% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 17.5% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 4.3% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.4% | 23.7% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 18.1% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 8.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 14.7% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 15.5% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 18.9% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 88.8% | -8.8% | 81.4% | 7.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 78.2% 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 | 92.1% | 78.2% | -13.9% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| European Union | 7.5% | 14.8% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 5.9% | 5.5% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 78.2% | -13.5% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 9.1% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 7.5% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.6% | 76.7% | -13.1% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% |
| Romania | 7% | 0.9% | 6.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albion Close was 75.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.9% higher than the Penrith North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albion Close has the 12th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Penrith North and the 167th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Albion Close, Penrith, Cumbria Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £80,000 | 2019-04-04 | £99,291 |
| 17 Albion Close, Penrith, Cumbria Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £112,000 | 2019-02-28 | £141,346 |
| Full-Time Employee | 124 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick School Brunswick Road , CA11 7LX | 3out of 4 | 600 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaconside CofE Primary School Hutton Hill , CA11 8EN | 3out of 4 | 627 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School Drovers Lane , CA11 9EL | 3out of 4 | 866 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Lakes School Huntley Avenue , CA11 8NU | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yanwath Primary School Yanwath , CA10 2LA | 3out of 4 | 2,946 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 | 451 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Ullswater Road , CA11 7EG | 4out of 4 | 854 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 | 1,797 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xaviers | 15 Victoria Road | 271 yd | |
| Cafe @ Leisure | Penrith Leisure Centre, Southend Road | 280 yd | |
| Raj Indian Cuisine | 17-18 King Street | 293 yd | |
| Cafe4Eden | St Andrews Centre, St Andrews Place | 318 yd | |
| Four and Twenty | 42 King Street | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog Beck | 20 Southend Road | 283 yd | |
| Conservative Club | Crown Square | 288 yd | |
| The Lounge Hotel & Bar | Mitre House, King Street | 308 yd | |
| Fell Bar | 52 King Street | 341 yd | |
| The Robin Hood | 51 King Street | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Garden | 6 Crown Square | 288 yd | |
| Pizza Piatto | 21 King Street | 293 yd | |
| Just Greek | 48 King Street | 341 yd | |
| Olivers Tasty Bites | 33 Great Dockray | 430 yd | |
| Angel Lane Chippie | 17 Angel Lane | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 22-24 King Street | 252 yd | |
| B & M Retail Ltd | Bridge Lane | 805 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited also t/a Wm Morrison Filling Station | Brunswick Road | 831 yd | |
| Booths | Unit 1, Westgate House, Brunswick Road | 852 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Ullswater Road | 865 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southend Road (Closed) Southend Road | grass pitches | 415 yd |
| Penrith Leisure Centre SOUTHEND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 428 yd |
| Ullswater Community College ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 551 yd |
| Peak Fitness (Penrith)(Independent) (Closed) Clint Mill Clint Mill Cornmarket | health and fitness suite | 551 yd |
| Beaconside C Of E Primary School HUTTON HILL | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| Penrith Cricket Club WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Penrith Castle Park CASTLE PARK CASTLE PARK ULLSWATER ROAD | tennis courts | 759 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School ULLSWATER ROAD | grass pitches | 921 yd |
| North Lakes School HUNTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Penrith Rugby Union Football Club WINTERS PARK WINTERS PARK CARLETON AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 948 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 | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.26 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.26 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.29 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.