Old Road is in Crosby, Maryport and in Cumberland district. CA15 6SU is located in the Maryport North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Workington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Road, Crosby, Maryport, CA15 6SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA15 6SY, CA15 6ST, CA15 6SS, CA15 6TA, CA15 6SR, CA15 6SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA15 6SU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 46.2% | 47.1% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 53.8% | 52.9% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 | 30.2% | 35.5% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 44.7% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 8.8% | 3.0% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 8.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 41% | 38.6% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 38.9% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 17.5% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 4.3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 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 | 26% | 16.6% | -9.4% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 9.6% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 16.2% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 10.9% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 17.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 26.6% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.6% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
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 White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 98.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
In this area, 100% 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% | 100% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 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 | 98.6% | 100% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Road was 24.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.9% higher than the Dearham and Broughton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Dearham and Broughton and the 272nd lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.9%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Old Smithy Cottage Old Road, Maryport, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2023-07-19 | £202,704 |
| 1 Old Smithy Cottage Old Road, Maryport, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2017-11-17 | £197,270 |
| Archway House Old Road, Maryport, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2000-01-28 | £288,059 |
| Archway House Old Road, Maryport, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 1995-04-18 | £296,735 |
CA15 6SU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosscanonby St John's CofE School Garborough Close , Crosby CA15 6RX | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dearham Primary School Dearham , CA15 7HR | 4out of 4 | 2,879 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maryport CofE Primary School Camp Road , CA15 6JN | 3out of 4 | 4,376 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherton Infant School Rydal Avenue , CA15 7LT | 3out of 4 | 4,646 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellenborough and Ewanrigg Infant School Victory Crescent , CA15 7NE | 3out of 4 | 4,699 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherhall School Netherhall Road , CA15 6NT | 3out of 4 | 4,077 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crosscanonby St. Johns C Of E School | grass pitches | 818 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 | 81.8% |
| 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 | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 18.2% |
| Median download speed | 57.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.