Penzance Street is in Moor Row and in Cumberland district. CA24 3JH is located in the Egremont North and St Bees electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penzance Street, Moor Row, CA24 3JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA24 3JL, CA24 3JJ, CA24 3JQ, CA24 3JN, CA24 3LG, CA24 3JF, CA24 3JG, CA24 3JP, CA24 3JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA24 3JH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 45.7% | 47.4% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 54.3% | 52.6% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 | 36.9% | 36.4% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 41% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 12% | 11.3% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 43.4% | 52.1% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 29% | -4.7% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 13.4% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 4.6% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 18.9% | 14.8% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 12.3% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 15.2% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 11.5% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 19.8% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 23.9% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 96.6% | 99.3% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 99.3% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 65.1% | 46.2% | 18.9% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penzance Street was 54.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.5% lower than the Egremont average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penzance Street has the 20th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Egremont and the 372nd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.0%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Penzance Street, Moor Row, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2025-04-04 | £99,950 |
| 72 Penzance Street, Moor Row, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2024-09-26 | £96,083 |
| 19 Penzance Street, Moor Row, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-06-14 | £94,063 |
| 54 Penzance Street, Moor Row, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2024-05-31 | £75,995 |
| 2 Penzance Street, Moor Row, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2024-03-20 | £95,166 |
CA24 3JH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleator Moor Nursery School Ennerdale Road , Wath Brow CA25 5LW | 4out of 4 | 2,390 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frizington Nursery School Main Street , CA26 3PF | 3out of 4 | 5,142 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moor Row Community Primary School School Street , CA24 3JW | 3out of 4 | 43 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Todholes Road , CA25 5DG | 3out of 4 | 1,993 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montreal CofE Primary School Ennerdale Road , CA25 5LW | 3out of 4 | 2,342 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Primary School and Nursery Whinlatter Road , CA28 8DA | 3out of 4 | 2,774 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hensingham Primary School Main Street , CA28 8QZ | - not rated | 3,165 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitehaven Academy Cleator Moor Road , CA28 8TY | 1out of 4 | 3,191 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lakes Academy Main Street , CA22 2DQ | 4out of 4 | 3,753 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic High School Red Lonning , Hensingham CA28 8UG | 3out of 4 | 3,791 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield School Campus Whitehaven , Red Lonning CA28 8UG | 4out of 4 | 3,840 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bees School Wood Lane , ST BEES CA27 0DS | - not rated | 4,364 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moor Row Working Mens Club | Scalegill Road, Moor Row | 143 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moor Row Community Primary School | grass pitches | 130 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 | 50.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.88 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.88 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.