Front Street is in Alston and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA9 3SQ is located in the Alston and Fellside 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 Front Street, Alston, CA9 3SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA9 3SG, CA9 3SH, CA9 3SF, CA9 3SJ, CA9 3SE, CA9 3SL, CA9 3HP, CA9 3QJ, CA9 3TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA9 3SQ 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 | 52.9% | 48.1% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 47.1% | 51.9% | 4.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.8% | 34.6% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 46.3% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 9.7% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 6.6% | -5.5% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 37.8% | 46.1% | 8.3% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 33.8% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 25.5% | 14% | -11.5% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 22.4% | 13.2% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 10.9% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 15.6% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.4% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 21.4% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30% | 33.5% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 6.7% | 0% | -6.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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% | 99.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.7% | 97.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 97.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Front Street was 144.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 343.3% higher than the Alston and Fellside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Front Street has the highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Alston and Fellside and the 57th highest crime rate of 770 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Race House Front Street, Alston, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-10-24 | £261,857 |
| Elmfield House Front Street, Alston, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2025-07-04 | £73,350 |
| Elmfield House Front Street, Alston, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2024-12-10 | £53,392 |
| Old Headmasters House Front Street, Alston, Westmorland And Furness Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-11-15 | £164,769 |
| 1 Burnleigh House Front Street, Alston, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2022-02-04 | £92,963 |
CA9 3SQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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.
CA9 3SQ 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alston Primary School Church Road , CA9 3QU | - not rated | 162 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel King's School Church Road , CA9 3QU | 3out of 4 | 162 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddlers Bakery and Bistro | 3 West View, Front Street | 47 yd | |
| Cobbles Cafe | Unit 1, The Studio House, Market Place | 188 yd | |
| Alston YHA | Alston Youth Hostel, The Firs | 317 yd | |
| Hickins | South Tynedale Railway | 471 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Inn | Front Street | 78 yd | |
| The Turk's Head | Market Place, Front Street | 186 yd | |
| The Angel Inn | Front Street | 265 yd | |
| Alston Masonic Club | Kings Arms Lane | 271 yd | |
| Cumberland Hotel | Townfoot | 300 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack's Takeaway | Globe Shop | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumbrian Co-op | Front Street | 186 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Samuel Kings School CHURCH ROAD | 161 yd | |
| Alston Moor Fitness Club Station Road | health and fitness suite | 412 yd |
| Tyne Willows Playing Fields Station Road | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Alston Moor Community Gym (Closed) Unit 8 Unit 8 Skelgillside Workshops | health and fitness suite | 655 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.