Oakbank is in Bridgefoot, Workington and in Cumberland district. CA14 1YA is located in the Cockermouth South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Workington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakbank, Bridgefoot, Workington, CA14 1YA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA14 1YF, CA14 1YB, CA14 1XY, CA14 1XX, CA14 1YD, CA14 1SX, CA14 1YE, CA14 1XU, CA14 1YZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA14 1YA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 52% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 25.6% | 32.6% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 45.4% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 13.1% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 5.7% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 47.1% | 51.4% | 4.3% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 29.6% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 13.6% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 24.9% | 18.8% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.4% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 11% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 7.3% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 20.6% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 32.4% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.6% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99% | 99% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 97.9% | 98.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 98.1% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.2% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 63.2% | 46.2% | 17.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakbank was 27.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 144.9% higher than the Cockermouth South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oakbank has the 11th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Cockermouth South and the 305th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.
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 Oakbank, Workington, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2024-05-31 | £170,351 |
| 2 Oakbank, Workington, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2018-07-13 | £100,730 |
CA14 1YA 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 | 136 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 45 |
| Human health and social work activities | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Education | 29 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derwent Vale Primary and Nursery School William Street , Great Clifton CA14 1WA | 3out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bridget's CofE School Brigham , CA13 0TU | 3out of 4 | 2,914 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broughton Primary School Moor Road , Great Broughton CA13 0YT | 3out of 4 | 3,241 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton Academy High Seaton , CA14 1NP | 4out of 4 | 4,378 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean CofE School Dean , CA14 4TH | 1out of 4 | 4,472 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 4,785 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 5,350 yd | Free schools special | No | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.