Talbot Road is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA2 5PB 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 Talbot Road, Carlisle, CA2 5PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA2 5PA, CA2 5PW, CA2 5NN, CA2 5QA, CA2 5NX, CA2 5PN, CA2 5NG, CA2 5PE, CA2 5NW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA2 5PB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 48.3% | 47.9% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 51.7% | 52.1% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CA2 5PB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39% | 45.1% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 37.5% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 8.3% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 5.9% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 38.6% | 50.2% | 11.6% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 40.8% | 32.5% | -8.3% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 12.4% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 5PB this area, 28.6% 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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.8% | 28.6% | 3.8% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 9.8% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.8% | 17.3% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 10.6% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 10.2% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 21.6% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.3% | 96.7% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 95.9% | 90.5% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 7% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 90.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.5% | 76.7% | -8.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 4.6% | 1.3% | 3.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Talbot Road was 184.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.3% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Talbot Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Castle and the 66th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Talbot Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2020-05-29 | £301,633 |
| 8 Talbot Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2020-03-20 | £367,096 |
| 7 Talbot Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,500 | 2015-07-03 | £237,952 |
| 16 Talbot Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2014-03-07 | £310,325 |
| 3 Talbot Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2012-03-14 | £254,058 |
CA2 5PB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Other | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 703 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldew Lea School Ashley Street , CA2 7BE | - not rated | 735 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Strathclyde Avenue , CA2 7DS | 3out of 4 | 822 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlaithes Junior School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlaithes Infant School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,167 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 | 1,654 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 1,809 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 3,825 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 | 1,137 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 1,517 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 2,247 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 2,362 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 4,521 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Bowling Club | West End Bowling Club, Goschen Road | 222 yd | |
| Cornerstone | 62-66 Denton Street | 515 yd | |
| Opera Bingo @ the Rex | Opera Bingo @ The Rex, 72 Denton Street | 533 yd | |
| Bobbin Coffee Shop | Linton Tweeds Ltd, Shaddon Mil, Shaddongate | 587 yd | |
| The Viceroy | Unit 6, Linton House, Shaddongate | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Source Collective | Atlas Works, Nelson Street | 490 yd | |
| Milbourne Arms | Milbourne Arms, 150 Milbourne Street | 695 yd | |
| The Sportsman Inn | The Sportsman Inn, Heads Lane | 1,038 yd | |
| The Boardroom | The Boardroom, 8 Paternsoter Row | 1,090 yd | |
| The Griffin | The Griffin, Court Square | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Com-For-T Street Eats - Unit A4E | Atlas Works | 451 yd | |
| Paolo`s | Paolo`s, 117 Denton Street | 518 yd | |
| Prince Garden | Prince Garden, 94 Denton Street | 533 yd | |
| New Joyful House | Joyful House, 137 Denton Street | 533 yd | |
| The Milk Bar | 44 Denton Street | 541 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Dalston Road | 219 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Co-operative Food, 68 Denton Street | 533 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 44a Shaddongate | 624 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Unit A, Madford Retail Park, Charlotte Street | 717 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, Church Street | 882 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St James' Park RICHARDSON STREET | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| Robert Ferguson Primary School EAST DALE STREET | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Cumbria Indoor Bowls Club VIADUCT ESTATE ROAD | indoor bowls | 872 yd |
| Soccerworld Carlisle ROME STREET | artificial grass pitch | 889 yd |
| St Bedes Roman Catholic Primary School STRATHCLYDE AVENUE | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| The Pools Swimming & Health Centre JAMES STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 936 yd |
| Bodytek Fitness BODYTEK FITNESS CENTRE BODYTEK FITNESS CENTRE ENGLISH DAMSIDE | health and fitness suite | 964 yd |
| Chances Park NEWTONRIGG | grass pitches | 1,041 yd |
| Heysham Park / Beckfield (Closed) Creighton Avenue | grass pitches | 1,063 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Carlisle) CURROCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,091 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.