Howard Arms Lane is in Brampton and in Cumberland district. CA8 1NH is located in the Brampton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penrith and The Border. This postcode has been in use since 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Howard Arms Lane, Brampton, CA8 1NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA8 1NG, CA8 1RW, CA8 1NY, CA8 1TL, CA8 1NS, CA8 1NR, CA8 1NE, CA8 1NX, CA8 1NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA8 1NH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 50.4% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 45.6% | 49.6% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 34.1% | 32.4% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.7% | 33.3% | 4.6% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 5.4% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 3.2% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 13.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 19% | 14.4% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 8.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.4%) 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 | 42.2% | 37.7% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 28.7% | -5.0% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 18% | 23.9% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 11.2% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6.9% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 28.3% | 21.1% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 7.2% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 12.6% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7.2% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 13.9% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 33.2% | 10.3% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4.9% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.5% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 92.5% | 93.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 2.4% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 93.1% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howard Arms Lane was 257.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 289.1% higher than the Brampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Howard Arms Lane has the highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Brampton and the 40th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 135.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Old Blacksmiths Shop Howard Arms Lane, Brampton, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-07-10 | £177,028 |
| Howard Court Residential Care Home Howard Arms Lane, Brampton, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2023-03-10 | £656,478 |
| 1 The Old Blacksmiths Shop Howard Arms Lane, Brampton, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2019-02-08 | £120,218 |
| Old Carriage House Howard Arms Lane, Brampton, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2017-09-08 | £263,515 |
| 2 Old Blacksmiths Shop Howard Arms Lane, Brampton, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2015-08-28 | £158,873 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CA8 1NH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brampton Primary School Sawmill Lane , CA8 1BZ | 3out of 4 | 355 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Irthington Village School Irthington , CA6 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,442 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayton CofE Primary School Hayton , CA8 9HR | 4out of 4 | 4,324 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lanercost CofE Primary School Lanercost , CA8 2HL | 4out of 4 | 4,476 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 520 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 | 785 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off the Wall | Off The Wall, 4 Front Street | 64 yd | |
| The Sandwich Bar | The Sandwich Bar, 38 Front Street | 64 yd | |
| The Capon Tree Cafe | The Capon Tree Cafe, 27 Front Street | 64 yd | |
| Berrys Tearoom | First And Second Floors, 17-19 High Cross Street | 147 yd | |
| Star Anise | 32-34 Main Street | 204 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Arms Hotel | Howard Arms Hotel, 13 Front Street | 64 yd | |
| The Nags Head | Nags Head Hotel, Market Place | 81 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brampton Tandoori | Brampton Tandoori, 36 Front Street | 64 yd | |
| Hoi Sun Chinese Takeaway | Hoi Sun Chinese Takeaway, 8-10 Front Street | 64 yd | |
| Berti's Fish And Chips | Berti's Fish & Chips, 3-4 Lorne Terrace, Front Street | 101 yd | |
| Ayaan Kitchen LTD | 24 High Cross Street | 166 yd | |
| Brampton Rooster | Brampton Rooster, 24 Main Street | 187 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Store | Spar Store, 28 Market Place | 81 yd | |
| Spar Store | Highland House, Main Street | 148 yd | |
| Brampton Co-op | 1 Chapel Court, Main Street | 187 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brampton Amateur Squash Club BRAMPTON SQUASH CLUB BRAMPTON SQUASH CLUB UNION LANE | squash courts | 278 yd |
| Brampton Primary School SAWMILL LANE | grass pitches | 382 yd |
| William Howard School LONGTOWN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 683 yd |
| King George V Field DACRE ROAD | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Irthing Vale Cricket Club Cotehill Park | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 25.0% |
| 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.