Graysons Close is in Cockermouth and in Cumberland district. CA13 9FD is located in the Cockermouth South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Workington. This postcode has been in use since 2009-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Graysons Close, Cockermouth, CA13 9FD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA13 9XZ, CA13 9ZB, CA13 9ZD, CA13 9XD, CA13 9EB, CA13 9DZ, CA13 9XB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA13 9FD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents 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 | 53.8% | 49.2% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 46.2% | 50.8% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CA13 9FD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.5% | 24.5% | -8.0% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 52.9% | 10.9% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 5.9% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 8.8% | -5.1% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 5.9% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.5% | 54.9% | 5.4% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 32.8% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 10.7% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 1.6% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around CA13 9FD this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 52%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 9.8% | -18.0% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 8.8% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 6.9% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 4.9% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 12.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 52% | 26.9% | 33.8% | 18.2% |
| Other | 7.1% | 4.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 3.3% |
| White | 99.2% | 90.2% | -9.0% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 97.6% | 93.4% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 93.4% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.6% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Graysons Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bothel and Wharrels average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 70.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Graysons Close, Cockermouth, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2021-01-29 | £214,203 |
| 11 Graysons Close, Cockermouth, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2020-12-17 | £249,229 |
| 21 Graysons Close, Cockermouth, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £47,500 | 2020-01-17 | £62,147 |
| 1 Graysons Close, Cockermouth, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £164,950 | 2019-05-14 | £215,548 |
| 7 Graysons Close, Cockermouth, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £56,100 | 2018-12-19 | £72,951 |
CA13 9FD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
CA13 9FD 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 student residents living in CA13 9FD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints' CofE School Slatefell Drive , CA13 9BH | 3out of 4 | 956 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Primary School Gallowbarrow , CA13 0DX | 3out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Mountain View , CA13 0DG | 2out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaglesfield Paddle CofE Primary Academy Eaglesfield , CA13 0QY | 4out of 4 | 3,132 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School Dovenby , Cumbria CA13 0PG | 4out of 4 | 4,706 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cockermouth School Castlegate Drive , CA13 9HF | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan Inn | 52-56 KIRKGATE COCKERMOUTH CA13 9PH | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill Fisheries | WINDMILL FISHERIES WINDMILL LANE COCKERMOUTH CA13 9AP | 766 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grassmoor Sports Centre COCKERMOUTH RUGBY CLUB COCKERMOUTH RUGBY CLUB STRAWBERRY HOW ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 80 yd |
| Tarn Close 1 TARN CLOSE 1 TARN CLOSE LORTON ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 559 yd |
| Cockermouth Squash Club HIGHFIELD SQUASH CLUB HIGHFIELD SQUASH CLUB HIGHFIELD ROAD | squash courts | 844 yd |
| Highfield HIGHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 944 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 | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.21 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.78 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.