Ridley Road is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA2 4LD is located in the Upperby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ridley Road, Carlisle, CA2 4LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA2 4QG, CA2 4QR, CA2 4DW, CA2 4LF, CA2 4QL, CA2 4LE, CA2 4QD, CA2 4QP, CA2 4EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA2 4LD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46% | 49% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 32.6% | 40.6% | 8.0% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 39.2% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -5.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 10.1% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6% | 1.3% | 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% | 41.5% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 34.7% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 13.9% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 8.5% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 CA2 4LD this area, 34.6% 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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.9% | 34.6% | 0.7% | 18.2% | 16.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 11.7% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.2% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 12.1% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 22.4% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 93.2% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 86.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 86.7% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 7.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 4.8% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 86.4% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.8% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 1% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.1% | 76.7% | -13.6% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 28.8% | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ridley Road was 94.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.7% lower than the Currock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ridley Road has the 22nd highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Currock and the 193rd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Ridley Road, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £73,569 | 2023-09-21 | £78,745 |
| 55 Ridley Road, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2023-07-10 | £68,640 |
| 70 Ridley Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2021-02-22 | £78,803 |
| 62 Ridley Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2018-08-17 | £86,862 |
| 54 Ridley Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £74,500 | 2017-10-02 | £95,478 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, Carlisle Kirklands Road , CA2 4JD | - not rated | 487 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) Harold Street , Currock CA2 4HG | 3out of 4 | 519 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upperby Primary School Uldale Road , Upperby CA2 4JT | 2out of 4 | 718 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Ferguson Primary School East Dale Street , Denton Holme CA2 5LA | 3out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Street Primary School Edward Street , CA1 2JB | 3out of 4 | 1,509 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 2,311 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 2,639 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 2,912 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldew School Dalston , CA5 7NN | 2out of 4 | 5,207 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 558 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 2,115 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 2,206 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 3,807 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gillford Centre | Gillford Centre, Upperby Road | 461 yd | |
| Hammonds Pond Cafe | Hammonds Pond, Blackwell Road | 462 yd | |
| Eden Valley Hospice | Eden Valley Hospice, Durdar Road | 850 yd | |
| Highgrove Soft Play | Unit 23, Petteril Side | 961 yd | |
| Riverwell Beck | Blackwell Vale Nursing Home, Durdar Road | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rock | The Currock Inn, 41-43 Boundary Road | 482 yd | |
| QZone | Portland Snooker Club, Currock Road | 665 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Sunny Fish & Chicken Bar | New Sunny Fish And Chicken Bar, Ridley Road | 167 yd | |
| Lucky Date | 229 Blackwell Road | 186 yd | |
| Bobby's Fish & Chips | Bobby's Fish & Chips, 79 Blackwell Road | 627 yd | |
| Pizza Pronto | Unit 17-18, Petteril Side | 923 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 226 Blackwell Road | 410 yd | |
| Foreways | Foreways, 309 Blackwell Road | 419 yd | |
| Co-operative Convenience Store | Co-operative Convenience Store, 26 Blackwell Road | 748 yd | |
| Spar Store | Spar Store, 36 Lamb Street | 952 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Margaret Marys Catholic Primary School KIRKLANDS ROAD | grass pitches | 376 yd |
| Bishop Harvey Goodwin Memorial School Harold Street | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| Hammonds Ponds HAMMONDS POND HAMMONDS POND BLACKWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| Upperby Primary School ULDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Carlisle) CURROCK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 815 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Carlisle) CURROCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 877 yd |
| Gillford Park GILLFORD PARK STADIUM GILLFORD PARK STADIUM GILLFORD PARK | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Barrie Mark Fitness & Nutrition Centre COULTON HOUSE COULTON HOUSE HARRISON WAY | health and fitness suite | 997 yd |
| Robert Ferguson Primary School EAST DALE STREET | grass pitches | 1,036 yd |
| Soccerworld Carlisle ROME STREET | artificial grass pitch | 1,066 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.