Close House Cottages is in Knock, Appleby-In-Westmorland and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA16 6DL is located in the Eden and Lyvennet Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penrith and The Border. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Close House Cottages, Knock, Appleby-in-westmorland, CA16 6DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA16 6DL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.7% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.3% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 CA16 6DL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 30.7% | 30.5% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 52% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.1% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 46.5% | 42.1% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 39.3% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 15.2% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 18.8% | 13.6% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 10.7% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 16.7% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 17.4% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 33.4% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -0.4% |
| Other | 7.1% | 2.8% | -4.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.1% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.9% | 97.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.6% | 76.7% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.3% | 37.2% | -11.9% |
| Christian | 67.3% | 46.2% | 21.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Close House Cottages was 40.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.1% lower than the Appleby and Brough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Close House Cottages has the 26th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Appleby and Brough and the 359th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 355.6%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% 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 Close House Cottages, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-06-21 | £251,029 |
| 3 Close House Cottages, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £151,500 | 2020-11-13 | £177,544 |
| 1 Close House Cottages, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2018-08-28 | £224,357 |
| 1 Close House Cottages, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,500 | 2004-08-13 | £304,925 |
| 2 Close House Cottages, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2002-12-09 | £265,220 |
CA16 6DL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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.
CA16 6DL 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milburn School Milburn , CA10 1TN | 3out of 4 | 2,964 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Marton School Long Marton , CA16 6BT | 3out of 4 | 3,507 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby Thore School Kirkby Thore , CA10 1UU | 3out of 4 | 4,690 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 11.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 11.1% |
| Median download speed | 4.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.