North Road is in Kirkby Stephen and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA17 4QG is located in the Kirkby Stephen and Tebay 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 North Road, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4QG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA17 4RG, CA17 4RX, CA17 4QR, CA17 4RZ, CA17 4RF, CA17 4RT, CA17 4RH, CA17 4RE, CA17 4QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA17 4QG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.2% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.8% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 32.7% | 30% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.1% | 39.3% | 7.2% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 13.3% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 17.9% | 12.7% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.4% | 33.3% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 29.8% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 24% | 26.2% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 13.5% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 9.5% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 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 | 33.3% | 22.5% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 9.9% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 11.9% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 16.6% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 34.4% | 12.6% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| White | 100% | 98.2% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 96.1% | 95.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 95.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 4.2% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Road was 66.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.9% higher than the Appleby and Brough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Appleby and Brough and the 197th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridleway North Road, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2014-04-24 | £316,059 |
CA17 4QG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
CA17 4QG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 CA17 4QG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Stephen Primary School Nateby Road , CA17 4AE | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Stephen Grammar School Christian Head , CA17 4HA | 3out of 4 | 286 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beagle's Bakes and Baguettes | 3 Silver Street | 176 yd | |
| Buttercup of Kirkby Stephen | 15 Market Street | 184 yd | |
| Church Gallery | 3-7 Market Street | 184 yd | |
| The Bothy | 18-20 Market Street | 226 yd | |
| The Mulberry Bush | 35 Market Street | 232 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Stephen Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, North Road | 124 yd | |
| Old Forge Micropub | 39 North Road | 126 yd | |
| The Taggy Man | 4 Market Street | 184 yd | |
| The Pennine Boutique Hotel | Market Square | 232 yd | |
| Kirkby Stephen Sports & Social Club | Market Street | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coast to Coast | 19-21 North Road | 124 yd | |
| Santorino | 18 Market Square | 232 yd | |
| Stitched up in Eden | 3 Waltons Yard, Market Square | 232 yd | |
| Archway Fish and Chips | 36 Market Street | 336 yd | |
| Beagles Bakes and Baguettes | 44 Market Street | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Eastern and Cumbrian Co-op | Redmayne Road | 215 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Stephen Cricket Club Mellbecks | grass pitches | 153 yd |
| Parrots Park HARTLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 155 yd |
| Kirkby Stephen Grammar School CHRISTIAN HEAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool | 370 yd |
| Kirkby Stephen Primary School NATEBY ROAD | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Pennine Park WESTGARTH ROAD | grass pitches | 753 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.