The Crescent is in Cleator Moor and in Cumberland district. CA25 5QJ is located in the Cleator Moor West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Crescent, Cleator Moor, CA25 5QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA25 5QL, CA25 5JJ, CA25 5QN, CA25 5JU, CA25 5JN, CA25 5SD, CA25 5JH, CA25 5JT, CA25 5QW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA25 5QJ is primarily male, with 54.1% of the population 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 | 46% | 45.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -5.1% |
| Male | 54% | 54.1% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 5.1% |
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 CA25 5QJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 29.6% | 30.9% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 51.7% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 10.6% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 4.7% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 50.6% | 45.9% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 33.7% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 12.9% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 6.5% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25% | 19.6% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 10.2% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 14.9% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 6.4% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 25.1% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 8.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 20.9% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.9% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 98.2% | 98.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.6% | 37.2% | -19.6% |
| Christian | 77.4% | 46.2% | 31.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 29.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.9% lower than the Cleator Moor East and Frizington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Crescent has the 12th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Cleator Moor East and Frizington and the 327th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 The Crescent, Cleator Moor, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2020-10-07 | £83,974 |
| 4 The Crescent, Cleator Moor, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2017-08-09 | £51,542 |
| 20 The Crescent, Cleator Moor, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2008-11-25 | £209,833 |
| 3 The Crescent, Cleator Moor, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £49,000 | 2003-11-28 | £111,169 |
| 17 The Crescent, Cleator Moor, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £64,500 | 2003-06-30 | £149,623 |
CA25 5QJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 53 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frizington Nursery School Main Street , CA26 3PF | 3out of 4 | 3,585 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 | 1,708 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Todholes Road , CA25 5DG | 3out of 4 | 1,809 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montreal CofE Primary School Ennerdale Road , CA25 5LW | 3out of 4 | 1,907 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hensingham Primary School Main Street , CA28 8QZ | - not rated | 2,688 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Primary School and Nursery Whinlatter Road , CA28 8DA | 3out of 4 | 3,068 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,413 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic High School Red Lonning , Hensingham CA28 8UG | 3out of 4 | 2,961 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lakes Academy Main Street , CA22 2DQ | 4out of 4 | 5,152 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,885 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Lakes Hemp Coffee Shop | Crossfield Garage, Leconfield Street | 185 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown | Bowthorn Road, Cleator Moor | 73 yd | |
| Moffats | Birks Road, Cleator Moor | 1,019 yd | |
| The Celtic Bar | Cleator Moor Celtic Afc, Birks Road | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panda House | 3 Bowthorn Road, Cleator Moor | 73 yd | |
| Aspava | 78 High Street, Cleator Moor | 978 yd | |
| Caspian Pizza | 79 High Street, Cleator Moor | 978 yd | |
| Chattanooga | 84 High Street, Cleator Moor | 978 yd | |
| Spice House | 81 High Street, Cleator Moor | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa | Four Seasons, Leconfield Street | 185 yd | |
| Co-op Supermarket | Cumbrian Co Op Supermarket, Leconfield Street | 474 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cleator Moor Celtic Football Club Birks Road | grass pitches | 1,006 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 | 64 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.