Prince Charles Close is in Penrith and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA11 8JD is located in the Penrith South 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 Prince Charles Close, Penrith, CA11 8JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA11 8JZ, CA11 8LD, CA11 8RF, CA11 8LA, CA11 8LN, CA11 8LF, CA11 8LR, CA11 8LL, CA11 8LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA11 8JD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.5% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 23.6% | 31.5% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 34.3% | -9.4% | 44.2% | -9.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 16.9% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 7.8% |
| Widowed | 15.5% | 15.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.8% | 31.5% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -16.9% |
| Good health | 23.7% | 36% | 12.3% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 24.2% | 21.3% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 15% | 7.6% | -7.4% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 3.6% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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.
In the area around CA11 8JD this area, 36.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 12.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.9% | 36.8% | -12.1% | 18.2% | 18.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 13.8% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 12.1% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 9.8% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.4% | 10.9% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 12.6% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -21.2% |
| Other | 6.3% | 4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| White | 100% | 97.4% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 97.6% | 91% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 6.5% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 91.4% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 4% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 3.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.3% | 76.7% | -13.4% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 31.7% | 13.5% | 18.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 63.1% | 46.2% | 16.9% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Prince Charles Close was 145.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 244.3% higher than the Penrith North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Prince Charles Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Penrith North and the 66th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 115.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Prince Charles Close, Penrith, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-05-31 | £150,483 |
| 28 Prince Charles Close, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-07-15 | £179,298 |
| 13 Brooklands View Prince Charles Close, Penrith, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2021-08-04 | £86,248 |
| 2 Prince Charles Close, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-03-19 | £147,702 |
| 28 Prince Charles Close, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2020-11-12 | £181,646 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CA11 8JD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaconside CofE Primary School Hutton Hill , CA11 8EN | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Lakes School Huntley Avenue , CA11 8NU | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick School Brunswick Road , CA11 7LX | 3out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School Drovers Lane , CA11 9EL | 3out of 4 | 1,364 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yanwath Primary School Yanwath , CA10 2LA | 3out of 4 | 2,844 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 | 541 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Ullswater Road , CA11 7EG | 4out of 4 | 1,149 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 | 1,331 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Griddle Co | Penrith Rugby Club, Winters Park, Carleton Avenue | 443 yd | |
| Tim Hortons | Fieldrose House, Bridge Lane | 617 yd | |
| Cafe @ Leisure | Penrith Leisure Centre, Southend Road | 679 yd | |
| Xaviers | 15 Victoria Road | 688 yd | |
| Raj Indian Cuisine | 17-18 King Street | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith Rugby Club | Winters Park, Carleton Avenue | 443 yd | |
| Eden Arts | The Old Fire Station, Bridge Lane | 456 yd | |
| Dog Beck | 20 Southend Road | 689 yd | |
| Conservative Club | Crown Square | 735 yd | |
| Penrith Cricket Club | Wetheriggs Lane | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Garden | 6 Crown Square | 735 yd | |
| Pizza Piatto | 21 King Street | 775 yd | |
| Just Greek | 48 King Street | 820 yd | |
| Dana Indian Takeaway | 8 Great Dockray | 889 yd | |
| Olivers Tasty Bites | 33 Great Dockray | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail Ltd | Bridge Lane | 617 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 22-24 King Street | 707 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penrith Rugby Union Football Club WINTERS PARK WINTERS PARK CARLETON AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 446 yd |
| Ullswater Community College ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 599 yd |
| Penrith Leisure Centre SOUTHEND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 680 yd |
| Southend Road (Closed) Southend Road | grass pitches | 756 yd |
| Penrith Cricket Club WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches | 758 yd |
| Beaconside C Of E Primary School HUTTON HILL | grass pitches | 823 yd |
| North Lakes School HUNTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| Peak Fitness (Penrith)(Independent) (Closed) Clint Mill Clint Mill Cornmarket | health and fitness suite | 1,042 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 | 43.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.