Glaramara Drive is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA2 6QW is located in the Dalston and Burgh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 2013-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glaramara Drive, Carlisle, CA2 6QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA2 6RD, CA2 6RF, CA2 6RG, CA2 6QP, CA2 6RE, CA2 6RL, CA2 6RJ, CA2 6RN, CA2 6QR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA2 6QW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 48.7% | 49.8% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 51.3% | 50.2% | -1.1% | 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 | 16% | 39.9% | 23.9% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.1% | 47% | -22.1% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 7.9% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 1.6% | -7.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.4% | 61.4% | 14.0% | 48.4% | 13.0% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 29% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 7.4% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.8% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 6QW this area, 8.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.6% | 8.1% | -13.5% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 9.4% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 13.6% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.8% | 6% | -2.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 25.4% | 12.5% | 16.9% | 8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 35.1% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 1.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 100% | 96.1% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 98.7% | 94.6% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 94.6% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glaramara Drive was 11.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.8% lower than the Dalston and Burgh average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Glaramara Drive has the 6th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Dalston and Burgh and the 114th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 159 Glaramara Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-09-13 | £221,036 |
| 85 Glaramara Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2024-09-13 | £199,446 |
| 161 Glaramara Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-04-30 | £250,010 |
| 99 Glaramara Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-04-18 | £190,225 |
| 115 Glaramara Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-11-03 | £175,404 |
CA2 6QW 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 | 215 |
| Part-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newlaithes Infant School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,159 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewdale School Yewdale Road , CA2 7SD | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlaithes Junior School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vue Primary School Beaver Road , CA2 7PT | 3out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Strathclyde Avenue , CA2 7DS | 3out of 4 | 1,937 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 523 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 3,946 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldew School Dalston , CA5 7NN | 2out of 4 | 3,997 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 4,375 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,379 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 3,824 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 3,826 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 3,975 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Happiness Chinese | Double Happiness, 127 Newlaithes Avenue | 943 yd | |
| Morton Fryer Ltd | Morton Park Fisheries, 27 Stonegarth | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreways | Foreways, 123 Newlaithes Avenue | 943 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | The Co-operative Food, 33 Stonegarth | 987 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Morton Leisure Centre WIGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 517 yd |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy WIGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 517 yd |
| Morton Park Primary School (Closed) Burnrigg | grass pitches | 941 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.