Scaurbank Road is in Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA3 9PH is located in the Belah electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carlisle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Scaurbank Road, Carlisle, CA3 9PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA3 9PF, CA3 9PJ, CA3 9PP, CA3 9PE, CA3 9PG, CA3 9RA, CA3 9QR, CA3 9QN, CA3 9PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA3 9PH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 47.2% | 48.1% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 52.8% | 51.9% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 9PH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% 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 | 38% | 46.6% | 8.6% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.6% | 36.9% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -7.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 9.7% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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%) 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 | 49.6% | 49% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 39% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 8.3% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 12.7% | 11.5% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.6% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.4% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 22.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 35.4% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.1% | 95% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 91.9% | 90.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 7.1% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 89.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 6.7% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0.8% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Scaurbank Road was 29.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.6% lower than the Belah average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Scaurbank Road has the 29th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Belah and the 329th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Scaurbank Road, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-05-09 | £125,000 |
| 12 Scaurbank Road, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-12-20 | £98,066 |
| 13 Scaurbank Road, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2024-10-18 | £86,487 |
| 2 Scaurbank Road, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2024-04-26 | £79,929 |
| 2 Scaurbank Road, Carlisle, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2023-10-13 | £79,901 |
CA3 9PH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanwix School Church Street , CA3 9DW | 3out of 4 | 1,364 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School Hether Drive , Lowry Hill CA3 0ES | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingmoor Junior School Liddle Close , Lowry Hill CA3 0DU | 3out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Primary School Newtown Road , CA2 7LW | - not rated | 1,587 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldew Lea School Ashley Street , CA2 7BE | - not rated | 1,597 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 | 2,039 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Central Academy Victoria Place , CA1 1LY | 3out of 4 | 2,571 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Rose Morton Academy Wigton Road , CA2 6LB | 3out of 4 | 3,292 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Henry Newman Catholic School Scalegate Road , CA2 4NL | 2out of 4 | 5,067 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Friars Etterby Scaur , CA3 9PB | - not rated | 347 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Cumbria Paternoster Row , CA3 8TB | - not rated | 1,751 yd | Higher education institutions | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Carlisle 7 Victoria Place , CA1 1EJ | - not rated | 2,147 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| James Rennie School California Road , Kingstown CA3 0BU | 4out of 4 | 2,378 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gillford Centre Upperby Road , CA2 4JE | 3out of 4 | 4,280 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelled by Katie | Unit 1 Site 18, Willowholme Industrial Estate, Willowholme Road | 943 yd | |
| Energi Trampoline Park Carlisle | Unit 2, Millrace Road | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Dragon | Shop, 1a Kingmoor Road | 135 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Friars ETTERBY SCAUR | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 241 yd |
| Briar Bank Briar Bank | grass pitches | 640 yd |
| Clarksfield CALDEW CLOSE | grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Sheepmount Athletics Stadium MAYORS DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 779 yd |
| Belah School (Closed) Eden Street | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Briar Bank BRIAR BANK | grass pitches | 1,071 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.