Denton Mill Close is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA2 5HF is located in the Denton Holme electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 2003-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Denton Mill Close, Carlisle, CA2 5HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA2 5NF, CA2 5PH, CA2 5NZ, CA2 5SG, CA2 5NQ, CA2 5PS, CA2 5LN, CA2 5SE, CA2 5LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA2 5HF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 48.5% | 47.7% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 51.5% | 52.3% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 40.9% | 40.2% | -0.7% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 39.9% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 11.1% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 48.5% | 45.7% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 37.2% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 11.7% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 13.6% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 13.9% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 11.6% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 21.6% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 30.7% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.4% | 95.9% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 95.3% | 95.9% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 96.2% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Denton Mill Close was 23.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.1% lower than the Currock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Denton Mill Close has the 10th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Currock and the 258th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 19 Waterside House Denton Mill Close, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2024-12-17 | £79,008 |
| Flat 17 Waterside House Denton Mill Close, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-09-06 | £115,786 |
| Flat 35 Waterside House Denton Mill Close, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-07-29 | £140,000 |
| Flat 28 Waterside House Denton Mill Close, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2024-05-14 | £78,434 |
| Flat 13 Waterside House Denton Mill Close, Carlisle, Cumberland Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2024-03-26 | £82,978 |
CA2 5HF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 155 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Education | 26 |
| Transport and storage | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Ferguson Primary School East Dale Street , Denton Holme CA2 5LA | 3out of 4 | 494 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) Harold Street , Currock CA2 4HG | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlaithes Junior School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlaithes Infant School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,360 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cummersdale School Cummersdale , CA2 6BD | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 2,008 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 2,073 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 2,281 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 3,429 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldew School Dalston , CA5 7NN | 2out of 4 | 5,031 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 | 1,524 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 1,730 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 1,889 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 3,176 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 5,280 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opera Bingo @ the Rex | Opera Bingo @ The Rex, 72 Denton Street | 697 yd | |
| Cornerstone | 62-66 Denton Street | 768 yd | |
| West End Bowling Club | West End Bowling Club, Goschen Road | 768 yd | |
| Wee Rascalz Adventure World | Unit 13, Currock Road Trade Centre | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| QZone | Portland Snooker Club, Currock Road | 807 yd | |
| The Rock | The Currock Inn, 41-43 Boundary Road | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Garden | Prince Garden, 94 Denton Street | 697 yd | |
| New Joyful House | Joyful House, 137 Denton Street | 697 yd | |
| Com-For-T Street Eats - Unit A4E | Atlas Works | 747 yd | |
| Paolo`s | Paolo`s, 117 Denton Street | 773 yd | |
| Lucky Date | 229 Blackwell Road | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Co-operative Food, 68 Denton Street | 697 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 226 Blackwell Road | 1,039 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Dalston Road | 1,051 yd | |
| Foreways | Foreways, 309 Blackwell Road | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Ferguson Primary School EAST DALE STREET | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| St James' Park RICHARDSON STREET | grass pitches | 473 yd |
| Soccerworld Carlisle ROME STREET | artificial grass pitch | 756 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Carlisle) CURROCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 786 yd |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Carlisle) CURROCK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 937 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% |
| Median download speed | 67.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.