Riverside is in Great Clifton, Workington and in Cumberland district. CA14 1TE is located in the St John's and Great Clifton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Workington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Riverside, Great Clifton, Workington, CA14 1TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA14 1TB, CA14 1TA, CA14 1TQ, CA14 1TH, CA14 1TD, CA14 1TJ, CA14 1TL, CA14 1TG, CA14 1TF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA14 1TE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.8% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.2% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 36.1% | 33.8% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 42.5% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -1.7% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 7.9% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 14.6% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 8.5% |
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 | 36.1% | 41.3% | 5.2% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 36.2% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 14.1% | -6.1% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 5% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 CA14 1TE this area, 35.3% 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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.3% | 35.3% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 17.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 8.8% | -9.2% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 13% | 2.8% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.7% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 13% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 21% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 99.7% 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 | 98.3% | 99.7% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 99.7% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.5% | 13.5% | 13.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 61% | 46.2% | 14.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riverside was 7.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.6% lower than the Cockermouth South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Riverside has the 7th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Cockermouth South and the 72nd lowest crime rate of 914 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Riverside, Workington, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-04-24 | £104,279 |
| 10 Riverside, Workington, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2024-08-16 | £112,533 |
| 16 Riverside, Workington, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £119,950 | 2024-08-16 | £127,863 |
| 6 Riverside, Workington, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-04-26 | £125,061 |
| 6 Riverside, Workington, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,500 | 2022-03-01 | £94,790 |
CA14 1TE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Education | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Clifton Infant School Great Clifton , CA14 1UH | - not rated | 586 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derwent Vale Primary and Nursery School William Street , Great Clifton CA14 1WA | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Clifton Primary School Chapel Brow , CA14 1XT | - not rated | 2,047 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Academy High Seaton , CA14 1NP | 2out of 4 | 2,245 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Infant School High Seaton , CA14 1NP | - not rated | 2,245 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workington Academy Stainburn Road , Stainburn CA14 4EB | 3out of 4 | 2,962 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stainburn School and Science College Stainburn Road , CA14 4EB | - not rated | 2,968 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic High School, Business and Enterprise College Harrington Road , CA14 3EE | - not rated | 3,792 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington Harrington Road , CA14 3EE | 2out of 4 | 3,792 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Energy Coast UTC Blackwood Road , Lillyhall CA14 4JW | 3out of 4 | 4,902 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland School Station Road , CA14 2UY | - not rated | 4,252 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Branthwaite Academy Branthwaite Road , CA14 4SS | - not rated | 4,385 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Workington Sixth Form Centre Needham Drive , Moorclose CA14 3SE | - not rated | 4,994 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.