Colville Terrace is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA2 5HW is located in the Denton Holme electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colville Terrace, Carlisle, CA2 5HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA2 5HS, CA2 5NE, CA2 5NG, CA2 5FY, CA2 5HT, CA2 5NX, CA2 5FZ, CA2 5HH, CA2 5JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA2 5HW has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 50.9% | 49% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49.1% | 51% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 30.5% | 34.9% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 46.5% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 5.5% | 2.8% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7.4% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 51.2% | 52.2% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 32.8% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 11% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 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 | 11.4% | 11.2% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 11.6% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 13.7% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.6% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 18.9% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.8% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 95.8% | 97.4% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 0.6% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 97.1% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colville Terrace was 56.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.5% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Colville Terrace has the 10th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Castle and the 363rd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Colville Terrace, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £93,500 | 2024-01-26 | £97,244 |
| 15 Colville Terrace, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2023-11-27 | £87,347 |
| 8 Colville Terrace, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-11-17 | £94,713 |
| 14 Colville Terrace, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £69,500 | 2023-08-10 | £73,870 |
| 26 Colville Terrace, Carlisle, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-01-27 | £85,200 |
CA2 5HW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 495 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldew Lea School Ashley Street , CA2 7BE | - not rated | 856 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Strathclyde Avenue , CA2 7DS | 3out of 4 | 1,042 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlaithes Junior School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,234 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlaithes Infant School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 1,894 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 1,991 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 3,603 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 1,068 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 1,381 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 2,047 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 2,427 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 4,551 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone | 62-66 Denton Street | 297 yd | |
| Opera Bingo @ the Rex | Opera Bingo @ The Rex, 72 Denton Street | 309 yd | |
| West End Bowling Club | West End Bowling Club, Goschen Road | 364 yd | |
| Pausa Coffee Shop at Dunelm Mill | Unit B, Madford Retail Park, Charlotte Street | 505 yd | |
| Bobbin Coffee Shop | Linton Tweeds Ltd, Shaddon Mil, Shaddongate | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Source Collective | Atlas Works, Nelson Street | 463 yd | |
| Milbourne Arms | Milbourne Arms, 150 Milbourne Street | 673 yd | |
| The Griffin | The Griffin, Court Square | 917 yd | |
| The Sportsman Inn | The Sportsman Inn, Heads Lane | 932 yd | |
| House of Vodka | 4 Botchergate | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Com-For-T Street Eats - Unit A4E | Atlas Works | 231 yd | |
| Paolo`s | Paolo`s, 117 Denton Street | 300 yd | |
| Prince Garden | Prince Garden, 94 Denton Street | 309 yd | |
| New Joyful House | Joyful House, 137 Denton Street | 309 yd | |
| The Milk Bar | 44 Denton Street | 332 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Co-operative Food, 68 Denton Street | 309 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Dalston Road | 318 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Unit A, Madford Retail Park, Charlotte Street | 602 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 44a Shaddongate | 658 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Victoria Viaduct | 907 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St James' Park RICHARDSON STREET | grass pitches | 379 yd |
| Robert Ferguson Primary School EAST DALE STREET | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Soccerworld Carlisle ROME STREET | artificial grass pitch | 666 yd |
| The Pools Swimming & Health Centre JAMES STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 755 yd |
| Cumbria Indoor Bowls Club VIADUCT ESTATE ROAD | indoor bowls | 829 yd |
| Bodytek Fitness BODYTEK FITNESS CENTRE BODYTEK FITNESS CENTRE ENGLISH DAMSIDE | health and fitness suite | 832 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Carlisle) CURROCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 869 yd |
| Crown & Mitre Hotel ENGLISH STREET | swimming pool | 1,033 yd |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Carlisle) CURROCK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 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 | 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 | 96.6% |
| 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 | 152.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.