Syke Road is in Wigton and in Cumberland district. CA7 9LX is located in the Wigton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penrith and The Border. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Syke Road, Wigton, CA7 9LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA7 9LY, CA7 9LG, CA7 9LR, CA7 9LB, CA7 9LA, CA7 9JT, CA7 9LT, CA7 9JS, CA7 9LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA7 9LX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 55.4% | 5.2% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 44.6% | -5.2% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 | 36.9% | 41% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.1% | 36.6% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 11.7% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9% | 7.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.6% | 36.9% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 30.6% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 23.4% | 18% | -5.4% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 13.1% | 6.2% | 4.0% | 9.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 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.
In the area around CA7 9LX this area, 32% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.2% | 32% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 10.7% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 15.5% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 16% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 18.4% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 99.2% | 100% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99.5% 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 | 98.9% | 99.5% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 16.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 98.5% | 99.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 16.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -9.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Syke Road was 54.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.0% higher than the Aspatria average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Syke Road has the 17th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Aspatria and the 374th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Syke Road, Wigton, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2025-07-10 | £70,512 |
| 8 Syke Road, Wigton, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-06-16 | £176,851 |
| 31 Syke Road, Wigton, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-12-07 | £183,487 |
| 17 Syke Road, Wigton, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2022-08-31 | £80,310 |
| 12 Syke Road, Wigton, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-03-11 | £238,456 |
CA7 9LX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CA7 9LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigton Infant School Longthwaite Road , CA7 9JR | 2out of 4 | 473 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomlinson Junior School The Goose Market , High Street CA7 9PG | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Eastend , CA7 9HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boltons CofE School Bolton Low Houses , CA7 8PA | 3out of 4 | 4,106 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nelson Thomlinson School High Street , CA7 9PX | 4out of 4 | 576 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twisted Willow | 1 WESTMORLANDS LANE WIGTON CA7 9PA | 892 yd | |
| Cafe twelve62 | THE MARKET HALL CHURCH STREET WIGTON CA7 9AA | 911 yd | |
| The Barista | TSB BANK 20 HIGH STREET WIGTON CA7 9NJ | 930 yd | |
| The Granary | 4 MARKET PLACE WIGTON CA7 9NW | 1,009 yd | |
| The Pearl Palace | 7 MARKET PLACE WIGTON CA7 9NW | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lion & Lamb | 27 HIGH STREET WIGTON CA7 9NJ | 947 yd | |
| West Street Social Club | WEST STREET SOCIAL CLUB WEST STREET WIGTON CA7 9NP | 982 yd | |
| The Hare & Hounds | HARE AND HOUNDS 8-10 WEST STREET WIGTON CA7 9NP | 1,027 yd | |
| The Victoria Hotel | VICTORIA HOTEL KING STREET WIGTON CA7 9DT | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Kebabs | 35 HIGH STREET WIGTON CA7 9NJ | 924 yd | |
| Yummiez Wigton | 2 KING STREET WIGTON CA7 9DT | 1,026 yd | |
| Gina's Plaice | 20 KING STREET WIGTON CA7 9DT | 1,043 yd | |
| Luigi's | 22 KING STREET WIGTON CA7 9DT | 1,047 yd | |
| Caspian Fine Food | 1 WHEATSHEAF LANE WIGTON CA7 9DY | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wigton Infant School LONGTHWAITE ROAD | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Nelson Tomlinson School HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 585 yd |
| Wigton Baths STONY BANKS LANE | swimming pool | 759 yd |
| Wigton Sports & Fitness Club LOWMOOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 877 yd |
| Water Street Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Water Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,003 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% |
| Median download speed | 71 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.