Orchard Lane is in Houghton, Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA3 0LZ is located in the Houghton and Irthington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penrith and The Border. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Lane, Houghton, Carlisle, CA3 0LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA3 0NA, CA3 0LY, CA3 0LH, CA3 0LW, CA3 0LN, CA3 0LP, CA3 0NF, CA3 0LL, CA3 0NG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA3 0LZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.2% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.8% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 CA3 0LZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.8% 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 | 15.5% | 15.1% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -22.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 63.8% | 6.7% | 44.2% | 19.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 7.3% | -3.6% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 15.5% | 12.5% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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 | 37.5% | 35.7% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 40.1% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 23.6% | 16.7% | -6.9% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.2% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 23.5% | 21.2% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 11.7% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 10.4% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 11.7% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 6.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 17.7% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 26.4% | -3.0% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 7.1% | 0.9% | -6.2% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 96.7% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 97.5% | 95.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 96.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 64.7% | 46.2% | 18.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Lane was 28.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.4% lower than the Belah average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Lane has the 28th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Belah and the 311th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Orchard Lane, Carlisle, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2024-08-02 | £161,076 |
| 5 Orchard Lane, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-11-15 | £246,561 |
| 5 Orchard Lane, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2019-05-28 | £242,971 |
| 5 Orchard Lane, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2014-10-23 | £227,534 |
| 5 Orchard Lane, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £56,000 | 1998-12-23 | £220,526 |
CA3 0LZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CA3 0LZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton CofE School Jackson Road , Houghton CA3 0PA | 3out of 4 | 356 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingmoor Junior School Liddle Close , Lowry Hill CA3 0DU | 3out of 4 | 1,736 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School Hether Drive , Lowry Hill CA3 0ES | 3out of 4 | 1,751 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanwix School Church Street , CA3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 2,325 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackford CofE Primary School Blackford , CA6 4ES | 3out of 4 | 3,715 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 3,358 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 3,474 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 | 989 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 2,599 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 3,556 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 3,620 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lounge on the Green | 27 The Green | 231 yd | |
| The Topiary Coffee Shop | Houghton Hall Garden Centre, Houghton | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton Post Office & C Stores | Houghton Post Office & C Stores, 39 The Green | 231 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton Village Green Houghton Road | grass pitches | 177 yd |
| Houghton Ce School | grass pitches | 296 yd |
| California Road (Closed) California Road | grass pitches | 949 yd |
| James Rennie School CALIFORNIA ROAD | grass pitches | 1,089 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.