Station View is in Abbey Town, Wigton and in Cumberland district. CA7 4RQ is located in the Solway Coast electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Workington. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station View, Abbey Town, Wigton, CA7 4RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA7 4RG, CA7 4RH, CA7 4RN, CA7 4SE, CA7 4RW, CA7 4SJ, CA7 4RS, CA7 4RL, CA7 4RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA7 4RQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 50.8% | 49.1% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.9% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.3% | 41.2% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 34.9% | -11.2% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 13.6% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 7% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 39.5% | 40.6% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 32.5% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 17.2% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 7.8% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.4% | 26.3% | -12.1% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.9% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 14.4% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 12.6% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 21.5% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.1% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 98.6% | 99.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 98.6% | 99.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.8% | 76.7% | -8.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 31.9% | 13.5% | 18.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station View was 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% lower than the Aspatria average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Station View has the 26th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Aspatria and the 424th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Station View, Wigton, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £75,800 | 2002-11-22 | £232,525 |
| 2 Station View, Wigton, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £21,000 | 1996-10-18 | £90,047 |
CA7 4RQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holm Cultram Abbey CofE School Abbey Town , CA7 4RU | 3out of 4 | 201 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Recreation Field PLAYING FIELD PAVILLION PLAYING FIELD PAVILLION B5302 FROM MAIN STREET SOUTH TO ASH LEA | grass pitches | 236 yd |
| Holm Cultram Abbey C Of E School | grass pitches | 303 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 | 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.