Main Street is in St. Bees and in Cumberland district. CA27 0AL 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 Main Street, St. Bees, CA27 0AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA27 0BB, CA27 0AR, CA27 0AQ, CA27 0AD, CA27 0BE, CA27 0AY, CA27 0AE, CA27 0AS, CA27 0AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA27 0AL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 49% | 48.2% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 51% | 51.8% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 CA27 0AL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.7% 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 | 19.3% | 17.4% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -20.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.6% | 63.7% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 19.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 10.7% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 4.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.2% | 58% | -0.2% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 32% | 30.6% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 10.2% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around CA27 0AL this area, 5.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 58%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.9% | 5.2% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 5.5% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 7.1% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.1% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 15.3% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 58.2% | 58% | -0.2% | 33.8% | 24.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 98.3% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 96.8% 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% | 96.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Street was 17.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.0% lower than the Egremont average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Main Street has the 16th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Egremont and the 199th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 127.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Main Street, St Bees, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2021-09-30 | £182,981 |
| 80 Main Street, St Bees, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-09-28 | £159,371 |
| 81 Main Street, St Bees, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2021-01-22 | £186,118 |
| 82A Main Street, St Bees, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2020-11-11 | £452,006 |
| 70A Main Street, St Bees, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £316,000 | 2019-02-08 | £400,946 |
CA27 0AL 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 CA27 0AL 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 139 |
| Retired | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 68 |
| Education | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 16 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bees Village Primary School Main Street , CA27 0AA | 3out of 4 | 264 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orgill Primary School Southey Avenue , Orgill CA22 2HH | 3out of 4 | 3,693 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bridget's Catholic Primary School St Bridget's Lane , CA22 2BD | 3out of 4 | 4,022 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bookwell Primary School Bookwell , CA22 2LT | 4out of 4 | 4,301 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Row Community Primary School School Street , CA24 3JW | 3out of 4 | 4,808 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Lakes Academy Main Street , CA22 2DQ | 4out of 4 | 4,361 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bees School Wood Lane , ST BEES CA27 0DS | - not rated | 935 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LuLu's | 134 Main Street, St Bees | 576 yd | |
| St Bees Golf Club | The Clubhouse, St Bees Golf Course | 775 yd | |
| Hartley's Beach Shop & Cafe | Beach Road, St Bees | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oddfellows Arms | 92 Main Street, St Bees | 167 yd | |
| Queens Hotel | 131 Main Street, St Bees | 576 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Bees Village School MAIN STREET | grass pitches | 427 yd |
| St Bees Golf Club PECK MILL | golf | 522 yd |
| Egremont (Orgill) (Closed) Ehen Court Road | grass pitches | 887 yd |
| Adams Recreation Ground SOMERBY SOMERBY BEACH ROAD | grass pitches | 893 yd |
| St Bees School | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 964 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 | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.53 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.53 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.