Ghyll Bank is in Little Broughton, Cockermouth and in Cumberland district. CA13 0LW is located in the Dearham and Broughton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Workington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ghyll Bank, Little Broughton, Cockermouth, CA13 0LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA13 0LR, CA13 0LP, CA13 0LJ, CA13 0NB, CA13 0ND, CA13 0LN, CA13 0LL, CA13 0NE, CA13 0XX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA13 0LW 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 | 51.5% | 50.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.5% | 1.0% | 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 | 29% | 36.9% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 46.3% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 8.6% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 9% | 6.6% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 43% | 40.5% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 35.4% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 18.3% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 5.1% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 CA13 0LW this area, 30.7% 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 16.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.5% | 30.7% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 14.1% | 3.1% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 14.5% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 6.6% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 17% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 16.6% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -17.2% |
| Other | 7.3% | 0.4% | -6.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.1% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.7% | 97.4% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 97.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 60.8% | 46.2% | 14.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ghyll Bank was 6.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.8% lower than the Cockermouth North average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Ghyll Bank has the 5th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Cockermouth North and the 45th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 72.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 Ghyll Bank, Cockermouth, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2024-06-11 | £182,845 |
| 38 Ghyll Bank, Cockermouth, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2023-03-17 | £132,413 |
| 77 Ghyll Bank, Cockermouth, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2023-02-01 | £125,893 |
| 75 Ghyll Bank, Cockermouth, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,500 | 2022-07-01 | £176,788 |
| 34 Ghyll Bank, Cockermouth, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,950 | 2021-10-22 | £153,409 |
CA13 0LW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton Primary School Moor Road , Great Broughton CA13 0YT | 3out of 4 | 259 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bridget's CofE School Brigham , CA13 0TU | 3out of 4 | 1,471 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broughton Moor Primary School Broughton Moor , CA15 7RZ | 3out of 4 | 3,057 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School Dovenby , Cumbria CA13 0PG | 4out of 4 | 3,748 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derwent Vale Primary and Nursery School William Street , Great Clifton CA14 1WA | 3out of 4 | 4,127 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Punch Bowl | PUNCH BOWL INN 19 MAIN STREET GREAT BROUGHTON COCKERMOUTH CA13 0YJ | 280 yd | |
| The Brewery House | 70 MAIN STREET GREAT BROUGHTON COCKERMOUTH CA13 0YL | 345 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welfare Field WELFARE FIELD WELFARE FIELD GHYLL BANK | grass pitches | 47 yd |
| Broughton Primary School Academy MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 362 yd |
| Broughton Red Rose Arlfc BRAMCOTE BRAMCOTE BROUGHTON PARK | grass pitches | 581 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 | 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 | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.51 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.51 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.