Heron Grove is in Bongate Cross, Appleby-In-Westmorland and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA16 6FJ 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 2018-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heron Grove, Bongate Cross, Appleby-in-westmorland, CA16 6FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA16 6FH, CA16 6FP, CA16 6FE, CA16 6FL, CA16 6FG, CA16 6HT, CA16 6HY, CA16 6UJ, CA16 6FF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA16 6FJ 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 | 54.5% | 51.7% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 45.5% | 48.3% | 2.8% | 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 6FJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% 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 | 21.2% | 24.4% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 58.1% | 6.9% | 44.2% | 13.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 6.7% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 7.9% | -7.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 36.5% | 47% | 10.5% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 34.9% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 13.5% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 4.3% | -5.0% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 31.8% | 18.4% | -13.4% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 11.2% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 13.8% | -4.9% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 3.7% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 20.3% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 30.3% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.4% | 98.6% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.4% | 96.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 64.7% | 46.2% | 18.5% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heron Grove was 56.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.5% higher than the Appleby and Brough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heron Grove has the 16th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Appleby and Brough and the 243rd highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 71.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Heron Grove, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £219,000 | 2022-01-28 | £244,710 |
| 9 Heron Grove, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-12-18 | £172,963 |
| 9 Heron Grove, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £139,950 | 2019-12-09 | £173,817 |
| Flat 1 8 Heron Grove, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £492,000 | 2019-11-22 | £551,587 |
| 7 Heron Grove, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £139,950 | 2019-11-22 | £170,778 |
CA16 6FJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 6FJ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CA16 6FJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 146 |
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Part-Time Employee | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleby Primary School Station Road , CA16 6TX | 3out of 4 | 678 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 | 1,339 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 | 694 yd | |
| Riverside | The Sands | 697 yd | |
| Courtyard Gallery | 32 Boroughgate | 722 yd | |
| Bojangles | 10 Bridge Street | 808 yd | |
| Eden River Cafe | 5 Bridge Street | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak Inn | Bongate | 279 yd | |
| Appleby Bowling Club | The Sands | 677 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club Appleby | 42 Boroughgate | 722 yd | |
| The Midland Hotel | Clifford Street | 748 yd | |
| Appleby Masonic Club | Bank House, Boroughgate | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sezzer's Kitchen | 499 yd | ||
| Riverside Chip Shop | The Sands | 677 yd | |
| Pizza Roma | 1 Bridge End, The Sands | 697 yd | |
| China Moon | 2 Cherry Row, Low Wiend | 920 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | The Sands | 718 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Appleby Eden Cricket Club CHAPEL STREET | grass pitches | 1,030 yd |
| Appleby Leisure Centre CHAPEL STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,041 yd |
| Appleby Football And Squash Club CHAPEL STREET | grass pitches, squash courts | 1,087 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.