Hillhouse Lane is in Alston and in Westmorland And Furness district. CA9 3TN 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 Hillhouse Lane, Alston, CA9 3TN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA9 3TW, CA9 3TL, CA9 3TG, CA9 3SP, CA9 3SH, CA9 3SN, CA9 3SW, CA9 3SQ, CA9 3SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA9 3TN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 51.2% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 45.8% | 48.8% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 51.6% | 41.8% | -9.8% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.7% | 28.8% | 8.1% | 44.2% | -15.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 16.8% | 6.9% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 15% | 8.2% | -6.8% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 (68.1%) 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 | 33.7% | 30.6% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -17.8% |
| Good health | 42.2% | 37.5% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 18.1% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 6% | 13% | 7.0% | 4.0% | 9.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 CA9 3TN this area, 28.6% 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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 28.6% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 13.7% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17.6% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 17% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.2% | 15.9% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 96.8% | 97.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.3% | 76.7% | -11.4% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 32.4% | 13.5% | 18.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillhouse Lane was 68.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 111.2% higher than the Alston and Fellside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillhouse Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Alston and Fellside and the 182nd highest crime rate of 770 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Hillhouse Lane, Alston, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2013-03-13 | £88,382 |
| 12 Hillhouse Lane, Alston, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2007-08-20 | £70,061 |
| 1 Hillhouse Lane, Alston, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,500 | 2001-07-27 | £184,461 |
| 5 Hillhouse Lane, Alston, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £24,000 | 1995-02-10 | £118,163 |
CA9 3TN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
| Retired | 51 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alston Primary School Church Road , CA9 3QU | - not rated | 322 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 | 322 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 | 188 yd | |
| Cobbles Cafe | Unit 1, The Studio House, Market Place | 247 yd | |
| Alston YHA | Alston Youth Hostel, The Firs | 462 yd | |
| Hickins | South Tynedale Railway | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Inn | Front Street | 200 yd | |
| The Turk's Head | Market Place, Front Street | 251 yd | |
| Alston Masonic Club | Kings Arms Lane | 366 yd | |
| The Angel Inn | Front Street | 370 yd | |
| Cumberland Hotel | Townfoot | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack's Takeaway | Globe Shop | 293 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumbrian Co-op | Front Street | 251 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Samuel Kings School CHURCH ROAD | 320 yd | |
| Alston Moor Fitness Club Station Road | health and fitness suite | 504 yd |
| Alston Moor Community Gym (Closed) Unit 8 Unit 8 Skelgillside Workshops | health and fitness suite | 533 yd |
| Tyne Willows Playing Fields Station Road | grass pitches | 540 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 | 48.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.