The Square is in Gosforth, Seascale and in Cumberland district. CA20 1AL is located in the Gosforth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Square, Gosforth, Seascale, CA20 1AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA20 1AR, CA20 1AN, CA20 1AJ, CA20 1AH, CA20 1AS, CA20 1HL, CA20 1AP, CA20 1EG, CA20 1HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA20 1AL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 45% | 48.5% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 55% | 51.5% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 23.4% | 28.5% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 48.8% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 11.6% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 8.1% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 40.7% | 43.8% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 35.6% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 14.9% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 5.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 22.3% | 16.9% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 7.9% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 13.5% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.9% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.7% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.3% | 30.9% | -4.4% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 99% | 98.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 94.3% | 96.7% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 97.1% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Square was 48.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.1% lower than the Egremont average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Square has the 23rd highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Egremont and the 407th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion & Lamb The Square, Seascale, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-06-02 | £508,576 |
| The Globe The Square, Seascale, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £194,700 | 2016-09-23 | £232,377 |
| 1 Cherry Tree Cottages The Square, Seascale, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2016-07-08 | £234,317 |
| Lion & Lamb The Square, Seascale, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £249,999 | 2016-04-20 | £301,168 |
| The Wheatsheaf Inn The Square, Seascale, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2014-03-13 | £156,550 |
CA20 1AL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CA20 1AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth CofE Primary School Wasdale Road , Gosforth CA20 1AZ | 3out of 4 | 630 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seascale Primary School Crofthead Road , Seaascale CA20 1LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,267 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Olive | Croft Foot, Gosforth | 79 yd | |
| Yam Frae Yam | Denton House, Gosforth | 235 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion & Lamb | The Square, Gosforth | 4 yd | |
| Globe | The Globe, The Square | 15 yd | |
| KellBank | The Kellbank, Gosforth | 696 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Playing Field CROFT HOUSE CROFT HOUSE | grass pitches | 112 yd |
| Gosforth C Of E School | grass pitches | 532 yd |
| Harecroft Hall School (Closed) | grass pitches | 896 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.