Parkin Hill is in Appleby-In-Westmorland and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA16 6EA is located in the Appleby and Brough 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 Parkin Hill, Appleby-in-westmorland, CA16 6EA 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 area surrounding CA16 6EA 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 | 47.9% | 49.8% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 52.1% | 50.2% | -1.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.4% | 38% | 8.6% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 39.4% | -8.8% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 11.5% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 41.2% | 39% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -9.4% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 32.5% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 20.7% | 6.1% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 CA16 6EA this area, 30.3% 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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.2% | 30.3% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11.5% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 13.9% | -4.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 8.2% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14.4% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 18.8% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 98% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 99.3% | 98.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 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 | 99.3% | 98.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 76.7% | -9.4% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 31.8% | 13.5% | 18.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkin Hill was 126.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 123.6% higher than the Appleby and Brough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parkin Hill has the 4th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Appleby and Brough and the 80th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 444.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New House Parkin Hill, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2023-01-06 | £561,060 |
| New House Parkin Hill, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2013-02-15 | £321,880 |
| Toll Bar Cottage Parkin Hill, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2009-02-04 | £227,281 |
CA16 6EA 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.
| Retired | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleby Primary School Station Road , CA16 6TX | 3out of 4 | 1,585 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleby Grammar School Battlebarrow , CA16 6XU | 2out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appleby Castle Ltd | Appleby Castle, Boroughgate | 719 yd | |
| Courtyard Gallery | 32 Boroughgate | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak Inn | Bongate | 938 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club Appleby | 42 Boroughgate | 941 yd | |
| Appleby Masonic Club | Bank House, Boroughgate | 1,060 yd | |
| Hare & Hounds | 13 Boroughgate | 1,060 yd | |
| The Crown and Cushion | 2 Boroughgate | 1,062 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.