Briery Croft is in Stainburn, Workington and in Cumberland district. CA14 1XJ 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 Briery Croft, Stainburn, Workington, CA14 1XJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA14 1XH, CA14 1SS, CA14 1WH, CA14 4UH, CA14 1SR, CA14 4UP, CA14 1XL, CA14 1XQ, CA14 4UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA14 1XJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 49.5% | 49.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.2% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 CA14 1XJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% 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 | 19.7% | 23.9% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 60.6% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 5.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 8.9% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 40.9% | 37% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 42.2% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 8.6% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 17.3% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 20.1% | 14.6% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 11.1% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 14.2% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.6% | 11.1% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 22.6% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 23% | -1.2% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19% | 37.2% | -18.2% |
| Christian | 76.5% | 46.2% | 30.3% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Briery Croft was 24.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 118.3% higher than the Cockermouth South average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Briery Croft has the 9th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Cockermouth South and the 273rd lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.1%.
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 Briery Croft, Workington, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2016-09-02 | £203,779 |
| Croft House Briery Croft, Workington, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2011-09-30 | £290,668 |
| 1 Briery Croft, Workington, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2004-12-03 | £339,840 |
| 5 Briery Croft, Workington, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £176,500 | 2004-04-21 | £345,199 |
| 1 Briery Croft, Workington, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2002-01-11 | £263,178 |
CA14 1XJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 retired residents living in CA14 1XJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashfield Junior School High Street , CA14 4ES | 3out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Infant & Nursery School Newlands Lane , CA14 3JG | 4out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton St. Paul's CofE Junior School Seaton Park , Seaton CA14 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,558 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Academy High Seaton , CA14 1NP | 4out of 4 | 1,919 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Derwent Street , CA14 2DW | 3out of 4 | 1,952 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workington Academy Stainburn Road , Stainburn CA14 4EB | 2out of 4 | 950 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington Harrington Road , CA14 3EE | - not rated | 1,748 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Energy Coast UTC Blackwood Road , Lillyhall CA14 4JW | 4out of 4 | 3,795 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes College - West Cumbria Hallwood Road , Lillyhall Business Park CA14 4JN | - not rated | 4,899 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumbria Academy for Autism Branthwaite Road , CA14 4SS | - not rated | 3,077 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Cumbria Learning Centre Toll Bar , Distington CA14 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 5,196 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarfield | BRIARFIELD 42 STAINBURN ROAD STAINBURN WORKINGTON CA14 1SN | 338 yd | |
| Stanbeck Residential Home | STANBECK RESIDENTIAL HOME 8 STAINBURN ROAD WORKINGTON CA14 4EA | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Curwen Park HALL MILL HOUSE HALL MILL HOUSE | grass pitches | 946 yd |
| Workington Academy Stainburn Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,014 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.