Edderside Drive is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA3 0BF is located in the Houghton and Irthington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 2018-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Edderside Drive, Carlisle, CA3 0BF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA3 0FB, CA3 0QE, CA3 0FN, CA3 0PB, CA3 0PD, CA3 0PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA3 0BF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.5% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.5% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 CA3 0BF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 23.5% | 21.3% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 60.4% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 7.5% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6% | 9.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 58% | 44.7% | -13.3% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 37.9% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 13.3% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 12.8% | 14.4% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 7.8% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 12.8% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.2% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 23% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.7% | 35.8% | 1.1% | 33.8% | 2.0% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 93.8% | 96.2% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 95.2% | 91.5% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 91.5% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 4.1% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Edderside Drive was 52.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.6% higher than the Belah average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Edderside Drive has the 14th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Belah and the 383rd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89 Edderside Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2024-11-07 | £237,948 |
| 3 Edderside Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, a newly built property | £72,224 | 2024-09-13 | £73,047 |
| 9A Edderside Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Detached, a newly built property | £279,995 | 2024-08-30 | £289,256 |
| 7A Edderside Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £175,000 | 2024-08-30 | £180,694 |
| 7 Edderside Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £172,900 | 2024-08-30 | £178,525 |
CA3 0BF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
CA3 0BF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 CA3 0BF 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%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 55 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School Hether Drive , Lowry Hill CA3 0ES | 3out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingmoor Junior School Liddle Close , Lowry Hill CA3 0DU | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton CofE School Jackson Road , Houghton CA3 0PA | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanwix School Church Street , CA3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 1,451 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldew Lea School Ashley Street , CA2 7BE | - not rated | 3,131 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 2,551 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 2,773 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 5,035 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 5,113 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 985 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 2,732 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 2,745 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 5,087 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gosling Bridge Inn | Gosling Bridge Inn And Premier Lodge, Kingstown Road | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 103-105 Kingstown Road | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd, Kingstown Road | 571 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Ltd, Kingstown Road | 683 yd | |
| Houghton Post Office & C Stores | Houghton Post Office & C Stores, 39 The Green | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bannatyne Health Club (Carlisle) KINGSTOWN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 567 yd |
| Briar Bank BRIAR BANK | grass pitches | 880 yd |
| California Road (Closed) California Road | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Belah School (Closed) Eden Street | grass pitches | 1,023 yd |
| James Rennie School CALIFORNIA ROAD | grass pitches | 1,053 yd |
| Houghton Village Green Houghton Road | grass pitches | 1,059 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 | 93.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.5% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.