St Johns Street is in Keswick and in Cumberland district. CA12 5AP is located in the Keswick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Johns Street, Keswick, CA12 5AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA12 5AZ, CA12 5BP, CA12 5AS, CA12 5AG, CA12 5HW, CA12 5AY, CA12 5AW, CA12 5AN, CA12 5AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA12 5AP is primarily male, with 59% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.6% | 41% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -10.0% |
| Male | 53.4% | 59% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 10.0% |
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 CA12 5AP, 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 | 50.2% | 43.9% | -6.3% | 37.9% | 6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 32.3% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 14.3% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 3.2% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 54.1% | 44% | -10.1% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 39.5% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 14.5% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 10% | 11.7% | 1.7% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 7.4% | -10.4% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 11.2% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 6.9% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 18.1% | 1.9% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 41.5% | 14.9% | 33.8% | 7.7% |
| Other | 13.1% | 3.2% | -9.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 3.7% | 1.5% | -2.2% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 89.2% | 94% | 4.8% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 82.6% 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 | 79.7% | 82.6% | 2.9% | 83.2% | -0.6% |
| European Union | 9.1% | 11.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.1% | 3.5% | -5.6% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.1% | 83% | 3.9% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| 10+ Years | 5.1% | 8% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.1% | 5.5% | -1.6% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 1.5% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 2% | -2.1% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 76.7% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Turkey | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 38.7% | 46.2% | -7.5% |
| Buddhist | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Johns Street was 756.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 2187.1% higher than the Bothel and Wharrels average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Johns Street has the highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Bothel and Wharrels and the 7th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 297.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% 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 St Johns Street, Keswick, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-09-23 | £232,709 |
| Flat 3 5 St Johns Street, Keswick, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-06-25 | £267,931 |
| 15 St Johns Street, Keswick, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-04-29 | £95,730 |
| Flat 2 5 St Johns Street, Keswick, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-04-09 | £251,756 |
| Flat 3 5 St Johns Street, Keswick, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2018-09-27 | £242,452 |
CA12 5AP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
CA12 5AP 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 | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Other | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 73 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Herbert's CofE (VA) Primary and Nursery School Trinity Way , CA12 4HZ | 3out of 4 | 953 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Braithwaite CofE Primary School Braithwaite , CA12 5TD | 3out of 4 | 3,754 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keswick School Vicarage Hill , CA12 5QB | 4out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sultan of Keswick | 5 ST JOHNS STREET KESWICK CA12 5AP | 22 yd | |
| Woodstone | 26 ST JOHNS STREET KESWICK CA12 5AS | 40 yd | |
| Chinty's | 24A ST JOHNS STREET KESWICK CA12 5AS | 45 yd | |
| The Square Orange | 20 ST JOHNS STREET KESWICK CA12 5AS | 50 yd | |
| Casa Bella | 24 STATION STREET KESWICK CA12 5HF | 75 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog & Gun | 2 LAKE ROAD KESWICK CA12 5BT | 116 yd | |
| Cafe Bar 26 | 26 LAKE ROAD KESWICK CA12 5DQ | 145 yd | |
| The Oddfellows Arms | ODDFELLOWS ARMS 19 MAIN STREET KESWICK CA12 5BL | 169 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | GOLDEN LION INN 20 MAIN STREET KESWICK CA12 5JD | 203 yd | |
| Lake Road Inn | THE LAKES INN LAKE ROAD KESWICK CA12 5BT | 263 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jans Lakeland Sandwich Shop | LAKELAND SANDWICH SHOP 12 STATION STREET KESWICK CA12 5HP | 74 yd | |
| The Cornish Pasty (Keswick) Ltd | 3 LAKE ROAD KESWICK CA12 5BS | 101 yd | |
| The Old Keswickian | KESWICKIAN TEA ROOMS 5-7 MARKET SQUARE KESWICK CA12 5BD | 115 yd | |
| Waffleicious Cafe Bar | 3 PACK HORSE COURT KESWICK CA12 5JB | 151 yd | |
| Ice | 28A LAKE ROAD KESWICK CA12 5DQ | 159 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booths Supermarket & Cafe 1847 | 1 TITHEBARN STREET KESWICK CA12 5ED | 433 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitz Park UPPER FITZ PARK UPPER FITZ PARK STATION ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 385 yd |
| Keswick Leisure Pool STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 553 yd |
| Keswick Rugby Football Club DAVIDSON PARK | grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Keswick Football Club CROSTHWAITE ROAD | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| B-Smart Fitness (Closed) Main Street | health and fitness suite | 705 yd |
| St Herberts C Of E School TRINITY WAY | grass pitches | 865 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.