Oak Drive is in Newtown, Carlisle and in Cumberland district. CA6 4PD 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 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oak Drive, Newtown, Carlisle, CA6 4PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA6 4PD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 50.6% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.2% | 49.4% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 CA6 4PD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 22.6% | 28.5% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.1% | 54.4% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.7% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 47.8% | 47.6% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 35.6% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 12% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.9% | 17.4% | 1.5% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 5.7% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 13.4% | -5.1% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 17.4% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 35.9% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4.4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 61.2% | 46.2% | 15.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Drive was 20.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.0% lower than the Corby and Hayton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Drive has the 15th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Corby and Hayton and the 235th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 233.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oak Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2016-06-30 | £545,501 |
| 2 Oak Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2005-03-18 | £491,050 |
| 3 Oak Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2000-10-26 | £469,482 |
| 2 Oak Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2000-08-21 | £442,221 |
| 2 Oak Drive, Carlisle, Cumbria Detached, a newly built property | £38,000 | 1999-05-14 | £134,970 |
CA6 4PD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
CA6 4PD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 24 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irthington Village School Irthington , CA6 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Primary School Sawmill Lane , CA8 1BZ | 3out of 4 | 4,052 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayton CofE Primary School Hayton , CA8 9HR | 4out of 4 | 5,461 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Howard School Longtown Road , CA8 1AR | 3out of 4 | 3,561 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirby Moor School Longtown Road , CA8 2AB | - not rated | 3,319 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 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.