Yewdale Road is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA2 7SH is located in the Yewdale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Yewdale Road, Carlisle, CA2 7SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA2 7SB, CA2 7SJ, CA2 7RT, CA2 7SU, CA2 7RS, CA2 7RU, CA2 7SN, CA2 7SZ, CA2 7RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA2 7SH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 47.5% | 48.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 52.5% | 51.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CA2 7SH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.1% | 33.9% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 53.9% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 6.9% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 2.4% | -4.3% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 | 47.9% | 47.8% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 36.7% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 12.1% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.2% | 18.3% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 15.9% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.1% | 11.8% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 22.8% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 19.5% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.3% | 99% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 99% | 96.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 96.6% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Yewdale Road was 17.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.3% lower than the Belle Vue average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Yewdale Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Belle Vue and the 190th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Yewdale Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2006-01-26 | £200,672 |
| 75 Yewdale Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,950 | 2001-06-08 | £165,267 |
| 73 Yewdale Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £38,000 | 1996-10-25 | £159,541 |
CA2 7SH 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yewdale School Yewdale Road , CA2 7SD | 3out of 4 | 267 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vue Primary School Beaver Road , CA2 7PT | 3out of 4 | 574 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School Newtown Road , CA2 7LW | - not rated | 1,259 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Strathclyde Avenue , CA2 7DS | 3out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlaithes Infant School Langrigg Road , CA2 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,480 yd | Community 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 | 1,157 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 3,494 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 4,024 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldew School Dalston , CA5 7NN | 2out of 4 | 5,357 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,901 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 2,950 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 3,436 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 4,262 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 4,981 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Church of the Nazarene | Churh of the Nazarene, 51 Moorhouse Road | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reiver | Border Reiver, Holmrook Road | 297 yd | |
| The Museum Inn | Museum Inn, 101 Moorhouse Road | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morton West Takeaway | Morton West Takeaway, 18 Hutton Way | 159 yd | |
| Dantes Fish and Chips | Dantes Fish & Chips, 18 Shady Grove Road | 787 yd | |
| Renucci's | Renuccis, 18-20 Orton Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Store | 12 Hutton Way | 234 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | Mccolls, 17 Shady Grove Road | 787 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yewdale Primary School YEWDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 363 yd |
| Belle Vue Primary School BEAVER ROAD | grass pitches | 517 yd |
| Spider Park MOORHOUSE ROAD | grass pitches | 657 yd |
| Morton Leisure Centre WIGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 976 yd |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy WIGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 976 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 | 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 | 158.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 328.54 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 328.54 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 29.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.