Newlaithes Avenue is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA2 6PY is located in the Morton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newlaithes Avenue, Carlisle, CA2 6PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA2 6PX, CA2 6QB, CA2 6JD, CA2 6JF, CA2 6DX, CA2 6JE, CA2 6DT, CA2 6HF, CA2 6QD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA2 6PY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 52.2% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 45.8% | 47.8% | 2.0% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 26.6% | 34.5% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 36.5% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 18.2% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 9.1% |
| Widowed | 21% | 7.4% | -13.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 (69.7%) 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 | 25.8% | 33.3% | 7.5% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 36.4% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 28.5% | 19.9% | -8.6% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 7.4% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 6PY this area, 35% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.4% | 35% | -13.4% | 18.2% | 16.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 9.9% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.1% | 12.3% | 3.2% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7.9% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14.8% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 14.8% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 2% | 5.4% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99% | 98.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 98.6% | 95.7% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 95.7% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newlaithes Avenue was 258.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.5% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newlaithes Avenue has the 3rd highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Castle and the 40th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 162.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Newlaithes Avenue, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-05-09 | £156,670 |
| 14 Newlaithes Avenue, Carlisle, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2023-01-31 | £96,048 |
| 16 Newlaithes Avenue, Carlisle, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2021-10-04 | £166,505 |
| 2 Newlaithes Avenue, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-08-20 | £133,126 |
| 32 Newlaithes Avenue, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2021-01-20 | £88,930 |
CA2 6PY 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.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newlaithes Junior School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 160 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlaithes Infant School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 272 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morton Park Infant School Kingrigg , CA2 6QF | - not rated | 315 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Morton Park Junior School Burnrigg , CA2 6QH | - not rated | 383 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Morton Park Primary School Burnrigg , Morton CA2 6QH | - not rated | 471 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Morton School Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | - not rated | 938 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | - not rated | 938 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | - not rated | 2,606 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | - not rated | 2,606 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's County High School Specialist Sports College Lismore Place , CA1 1LY | - not rated | 2,909 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlisle College Victoria Place , CA1 1HS | - not rated | 2,665 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumbria College of Art and Design Brampton Road , CA3 9AY | - not rated | 3,452 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hk Campbell School Raffles Avenue , CA2 7EQ | - not rated | 1,401 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 2,078 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Centre 9 Brunswick Street , CA1 1PB | - not rated | 2,449 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 2,467 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 2,590 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | 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 | 818 yd | |
| Baxterstorey - Pirelli Tyres | Pirelli Tyres Limited, Dalston Road | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morton Fryer Ltd | Morton Park Fisheries, 27 Stonegarth | 406 yd | |
| Double Happiness Chinese | Double Happiness, 127 Newlaithes Avenue | 515 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 3-4 Old Raffles Parade | 729 yd | |
| Renucci's | Renuccis, 18-20 Orton Road | 763 yd | |
| Lucky 8 Chinese Takeaway | Dragon Inn Takeaway, 6-8 Balfour Road | 889 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | The Co-operative Food, 33 Stonegarth | 406 yd | |
| Foreways | Foreways, 123 Newlaithes Avenue | 515 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | Mccolls, 17 Shady Grove Road | 1,092 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newlaithes Junior School LANGRIGG ROAD | grass pitches | 146 yd |
| Chances Park NEWTONRIGG | grass pitches | 312 yd |
| Morton Park Primary School (Closed) Burnrigg | grass pitches | 382 yd |
| St James' Park RICHARDSON STREET | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| St Bedes Roman Catholic Primary School STRATHCLYDE AVENUE | grass pitches | 944 yd |
| Morton Leisure Centre WIGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 992 yd |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy WIGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 992 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.