Longlands Road is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA3 9AF is located in the Stanwix Urban electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Longlands Road, Carlisle, CA3 9AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA3 0HU, CA3 9AG, CA3 0HX, CA3 9AE, CA3 0HT, CA3 0JD, CA3 0JA, CA3 9AU, CA3 0HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA3 9AF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 50% | 49.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 50% | 50.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 9AF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 76.5% 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 | 15.3% | 12.7% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -25.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.2% | 76.5% | 4.3% | 44.2% | 32.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 4% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 43.1% | 47.7% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 35.3% | -5.8% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 15% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 CA3 9AF this area, 7.2% 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 50.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.2% | 7.2% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 6.8% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 13.9% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.8% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 13.5% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.6% | 50.2% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 16.4% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 98% | 96.7% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.4% | 97% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 97% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 60% | 46.2% | 13.8% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longlands Road was 9.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.2% lower than the Belah average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Longlands Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Belah and the 98th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 106 Longlands Road, Carlisle, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-12-15 | £412,191 |
| 120 Longlands Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-09-08 | £301,034 |
| 106 Longlands Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2020-11-27 | £254,540 |
| 82 Longlands Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £358,000 | 2016-11-04 | £467,071 |
| 108 Longlands Road, Carlisle, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2014-02-27 | £418,822 |
CA3 9AF 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 CA3 9AF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanwix School Church Street , CA3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Houghton CofE School Jackson Road , Houghton CA3 0PA | 3out of 4 | 1,704 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School Hether Drive , Lowry Hill CA3 0ES | 3out of 4 | 2,138 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingmoor Junior School Liddle Close , Lowry Hill CA3 0DU | 3out of 4 | 2,189 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norman Street Primary School Norman Street , CA1 2BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,370 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 1,760 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Strand Road , CA1 1JB | 3out of 4 | 1,771 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 3,798 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 4,972 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 1,961 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 1,993 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 2,194 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 2,235 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 4,138 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks (the Works) - Uni of Cumbria | University Of Cumbria, Brampton Road | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near Boot Inn | The Near Boot Inn, Whiteclosegate | 230 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hills of Corby Hill Ltd | Whiteclosegate Service Station, Brampton Old Road | 527 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rickerby Park Rickerby Park | grass pitches | 621 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% |
| Median download speed | 32.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.