Clifford Road is in Penrith and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA11 8PU 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 Clifford Road, Penrith, CA11 8PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA11 8PY, CA11 8PX, CA11 8PT, CA11 8PZ, CA11 8QB, CA11 8PN, CA11 8PS, CA11 8QS, CA11 8QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA11 8PU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 17.5% | 26.6% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 50.4% | -10.4% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 7.5% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 12.3% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 | 34.7% | 39.6% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 40.8% | 33% | -7.8% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 20.7% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.1% | 27% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 9.1% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 15.1% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.2% | 12.7% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 7.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 13.9% | 6.8% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 18.7% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.6% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.9% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 96.9% | 94.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 94.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.7% | 37.2% | -9.5% |
| Christian | 64.2% | 46.2% | 18.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clifford Road was 148.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 288.3% higher than the Eamont and Shap average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clifford Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Eamont and Shap and the 63rd highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-02-16 | £441,575 |
| 71 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-03-11 | £462,382 |
| 85 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-06-29 | £318,652 |
| 73 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2012-06-08 | £331,126 |
| 81 Clifford Road, Penrith, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2004-07-05 | £494,762 |
CA11 8PU 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 retired residents living in CA11 8PU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Lakes School Huntley Avenue , CA11 8NU | 3out of 4 | 206 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick School Brunswick Road , CA11 7LX | 3out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School Drovers Lane , CA11 9EL | 3out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaconside CofE Primary School Hutton Hill , CA11 8EN | 3out of 4 | 1,690 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yanwath Primary School Yanwath , CA10 2LA | 3out of 4 | 1,889 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Ullswater Road , CA11 7EG | 4out of 4 | 591 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ullswater Community College Wetheriggs Lane , CA11 8NG | 2out of 4 | 628 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 2,222 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cricketers Kitchen | Penrith Cricket Club, Wetheriggs Lane | 300 yd | |
| North Lakes Hotel | Ullswater Road | 446 yd | |
| Tim Hortons | Fieldrose House, Bridge Lane | 538 yd | |
| Cafe Oswald's | Ullswater Road | 725 yd | |
| Subway | Ullswater Road Garage, Ullswater Road | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith Cricket Club | Wetheriggs Lane | 300 yd | |
| Eden Arts | The Old Fire Station, Bridge Lane | 678 yd | |
| Dog Beck | 20 Southend Road | 867 yd | |
| Conservative Club | Crown Square | 930 yd | |
| Station Hotel | Station Hotel, Castlegate | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Garden | 6 Crown Square | 930 yd | |
| Dana Indian Takeaway | 8 Great Dockray | 941 yd | |
| Olivers Tasty Bites | 33 Great Dockray | 992 yd | |
| Just Greek | 48 King Street | 1,013 yd | |
| Pizza Piatto | 21 King Street | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail Ltd | Bridge Lane | 538 yd | |
| Cranstons Cumbrian Food Hall | Ullswater Road | 725 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Cavendish Way | 777 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Ullswater Road | 948 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Castle Retail Park, Cavendish Way | 948 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Lakes School HUNTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 144 yd |
| Wetheriggs Country Park Clifford Road | grass pitches | 254 yd |
| Skirsgill (Closed) The Crescent | grass pitches | 256 yd |
| Penrith Cricket Club WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches | 346 yd |
| North Lakes Spa ULLSWATER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 446 yd |
| Ullswater Community College ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE ULLSWATER COMMUNITY COLLEGE WETHERIGGS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 534 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School ULLSWATER ROAD | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| Penrith Leisure Centre SOUTHEND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 658 yd |
| Southend Road (Closed) Southend Road | grass pitches | 740 yd |
| Penrith Castle Park CASTLE PARK CASTLE PARK ULLSWATER ROAD | tennis courts | 932 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 | 61.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.5 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.