CA23 3AR is in Ennerdale, Cleator and Cumberland district. CA23 3AR is located in the Cleator Moor East and Frizington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ennerdale, Cleator, CA23 3AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA23 3AN, CA23 3BA, CA23 3BE, CA23 3AZ, CA23 3AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA23 3AR has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 45% | 47.8% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 55% | 52.2% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 CA23 3AR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% 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 | 21.4% | 22.7% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.3% | 61.6% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 8.1% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 4.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 43.6% | 47.3% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 28.8% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 14.2% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 8.4% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.8% | 14.6% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 7.1% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 11.6% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 13.6% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.4% | 46% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 12.2% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.9% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
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 | 97.3% | 94.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 93.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Germany | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around CA23 3AR was 72.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.3% higher than the Cleator Moor East and Frizington average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
CA23 3AR has the 18th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Cleator Moor East and Frizington and the 269th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.4%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowans, Cleator, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-01-05 | £342,089 |
| 1 Post Office Row, Cleator, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2020-05-07 | £189,449 |
| Greenthwaite, Cleator, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2019-05-31 | £758,255 |
| 3 Post Office Row, Cleator, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2018-05-25 | £193,349 |
| Ehendale, Cleator, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2016-07-19 | £490,735 |
CA23 3AR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CA23 3AR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 CA23 3AR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frizington Nursery School Main Street , CA26 3PF | 3out of 4 | 3,991 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cleator Moor Nursery School Ennerdale Road , Wath Brow CA25 5LW | 4out of 4 | 4,971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennerdale and Kinniside CofE Primary School Ennerdale Bridge , CA23 3AR | 3out of 4 | 123 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkland Church of England Academy Kirkland , CA26 3XU | - not rated | 2,468 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arlecdon Primary School Arlecdon Road , Arlecdon CA26 3XA | 3out of 4 | 3,849 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Yeathouse Road , CA26 3PX | 3out of 4 | 3,989 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frizington Community Primary School Main Street , CA26 3PF | 3out of 4 | 4,011 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gather | Ennerdale Hub Ltd, Ennerdale | 271 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox & Hounds Inn | Fox And Hounds Inn, Ennerdale | 4 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.