Helmsley Close is in Penrith and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA11 8UD 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 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Helmsley Close, Penrith, CA11 8UD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA11 8UE, CA11 8UJ, CA11 8TS, CA11 8RW, CA11 8TH, CA11 8TF, CA11 8UF, CA11 8UL, CA11 8TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA11 8UD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.5% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.5% | 1.2% | 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 | 27.3% | 28.3% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 50% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 12% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 51.7% | 42.9% | -8.8% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 40% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 6.4% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 13.3% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.3% | 16.5% | 2.2% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 6.6% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 14.3% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 7.7% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.8% | 16.5% | -4.3% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28% | 38.5% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 4.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 3.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.2% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 96.2% 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% | 96.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Helmsley Close was 17.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.1% lower than the Eamont and Shap average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Helmsley Close has the 16th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Eamont and Shap and the 194th lowest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Helmsley Close, Penrith, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2025-04-03 | £82,500 |
| 13 Helmsley Close, Penrith, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £47,500 | 2024-10-23 | £47,500 |
| 18 Helmsley Close, Penrith, Westmorland And Furness Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2023-12-06 | £66,382 |
| 4 Helmsley Close, Penrith, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2023-12-01 | £190,780 |
| 10 Helmsley Close, Penrith, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-10-28 | £90,173 |
CA11 8UD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 8UD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 31 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaconside CofE Primary School Hutton Hill , CA11 8EN | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick School Brunswick Road , CA11 7LX | 3out of 4 | 1,386 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Lakes School Huntley Avenue , CA11 8NU | 3out of 4 | 1,462 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School Drovers Lane , CA11 9EL | 3out of 4 | 1,544 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yanwath Primary School Yanwath , CA10 2LA | 3out of 4 | 3,386 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 | 1,090 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith Ullswater Road , CA11 7EG | 4out of 4 | 1,664 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 | 1,048 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 | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith Rugby Club | Winters Park, Carleton Avenue | 568 yd | |
| Eden Arts | The Old Fire Station, Bridge Lane | 1,014 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 | 572 yd |
| Beaconside C Of E Primary School HUTTON HILL | grass pitches | 755 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 | 42.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.32 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.