Castle Street is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA3 8SY is located in the Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle Street, Carlisle, CA3 8SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA3 8TP, CA3 8TT, CA3 8RE, CA3 8UU, CA3 8RR, CA3 8QT, CA3 8JE, CA3 8TX, CA3 8PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA3 8SY is primarily male, with 63.3% 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 | 41.1% | 36.7% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -14.3% |
| Male | 58.9% | 63.3% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 14.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CA3 8SY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 60.9% | 54.9% | -6.0% | 37.9% | 17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.5% | 23.3% | 2.8% | 44.2% | -20.9% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 5.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 12.8% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 41.4% | 35.6% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 41.7% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 8.1% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 16.5% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.1% | -1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.8% | 11.2% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 8.5% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 15.5% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.5% | 23.3% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 34.5% | 3.9% | 33.8% | 0.7% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.8% | 91.7% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 88.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 88.6% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 89.9% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.1% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1.4% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Street was 1754.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 2117.7% higher than the Botcherby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Botcherby and the 2nd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 763.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Castle Street, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-12-03 | £181,423 |
| 13 Castle Street, Carlisle, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2009-03-04 | £303,460 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Other | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Other | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldew Lea School Ashley Street , CA2 7BE | - not rated | 825 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanwix School Church Street , CA3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Ferguson Primary School East Dale Street , Denton Holme CA2 5LA | 3out of 4 | 1,323 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Primary School Strathclyde Avenue , CA2 7DS | 3out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Street Primary School Edward Street , CA1 2JB | 3out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Community 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 | 630 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 1,182 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 2,847 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 3,508 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 71 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 604 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 1,554 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 2,622 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 3,527 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Watt at Cakes & Ale | 17-19 Castle Street | 13 yd | |
| The Chimes Cafe | The Chimes Cafe, 27 Castle Street | 13 yd | |
| The Castlegate Coffee House | Castlegate Coffee House, 32-36 Castle Street | 58 yd | |
| Tullie House Cafe | Tullie House Museum, Castle Street | 58 yd | |
| The Old Bank | Bijou Brasserie, 34 Fisher Street | 61 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boardroom | The Boardroom, 8 Paternsoter Row | 64 yd | |
| Brickyard | Richmond Hall, 14 Fisher Street | 86 yd | |
| Mamoa Bar and Lounge | 4 Carlyles Court | 89 yd | |
| Abstrakt | Ground Floor And Basement, 6-8 Fisher Street | 99 yd | |
| The Kings Head | Kings Head Inn, 29a Fisher Street | 170 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumbria Roast Company | Bells Of Lazonby Ltd, 19 Fisher Street | 156 yd | |
| Romano Pizzeria | 55-56 Carlisle Market, Scotch Street | 167 yd | |
| Asian Express | 57-58 Carlisle Market, Scotch Street | 167 yd | |
| Coconut Tree | 38 Carlisle Market, Scotch Street | 167 yd | |
| Turkish Kebab Corner | 30-33 Carlisle Market, Scotch Street | 173 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai Market Ltd | 4 Market Street | 138 yd | |
| Polish Shop Dino | 2 Tower Court, West Tower Street | 145 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Victoria Viaduct | 434 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Unit A, Madford Retail Park, Charlotte Street | 528 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, Church Street | 583 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crown & Mitre Hotel ENGLISH STREET | swimming pool | 197 yd |
| Cumbria Indoor Bowls Club VIADUCT ESTATE ROAD | indoor bowls | 281 yd |
| Bodytek Fitness BODYTEK FITNESS CENTRE BODYTEK FITNESS CENTRE ENGLISH DAMSIDE | health and fitness suite | 438 yd |
| The Brickhouse (Closed) | health and fitness suite | 444 yd |
| Bitts Park CORPORATION ROAD | grass pitches, indoor tennis centre | 455 yd |
| The Sands Centre THE SANDS | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 609 yd |
| Carlisle Cricket Club Cavendish Terrace | grass pitches, tennis courts | 665 yd |
| Carlisle College VICTORIA PLACE | 678 yd | |
| Swifts Golf Course (Closed) | golf | 691 yd |
| The Pools Swimming & Health Centre JAMES STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 713 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 | 92.3% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.