Castle View is in Millom and in Cumberland district. LA18 5AQ is located in the Millom electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle View, Millom, LA18 5AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA18 5AG, LA18 5AN, LA18 5AJ, LA18 5AR, LA18 5AE, LA18 5AH, LA18 5AD, LA18 5AL, LA18 5AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around LA18 5AQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51.4% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46% | 48.6% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 31.8% | 32.1% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.1% | 46.8% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.6% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 10% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 10% | 9.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 44.5% | 51% | 6.5% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 33.1% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 11.6% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 4% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.7% | 17.4% | -10.3% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 11.1% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 13.7% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 11.6% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 26.3% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 9.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 18.9% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 98.2% | 98.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 98.8% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.2% | 13.5% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 63.7% | 46.2% | 17.5% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle View was 19.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.7% lower than the Millom average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Castle View has the 13th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Millom and the 216th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Castle View, Millom, Cumberland Other, an established residential building | £49,000 | 2024-07-05 | £49,143 |
| 1 Calderfield Gardens, Millom, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2022-12-06 | £365,274 |
| 1 Castle View, Millom, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-03-28 | £219,937 |
| 2 Castle View, Millom, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2018-12-07 | £129,643 |
| 1 Castle View, Millom, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2015-08-14 | £180,537 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Nursery School St George's Road , LA18 4JE | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Combe Junior School Moor Road , LA18 5DT | 3out of 4 | 752 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic Primary School Lonsdale Road , LA18 4AS | 3out of 4 | 809 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millom Infant School Lapstone Road , LA18 4LP | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haverigg Primary School Atkinson Street , Haverigg LA18 4HA | 3out of 4 | 2,329 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thwaites School Hallthwaites , LA18 5HP | 2out of 4 | 5,395 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millom School Salthouse Road , LA18 5AB | 2out of 4 | 313 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millom Community Church | Millom Network Centre, Salthouse Road | 179 yd | |
| Combe Catering & Trackside Cafe | Millom Discovery Centre, Station Road | 386 yd | |
| Millom Cricket Club | St Georges Road, Millom | 455 yd | |
| Davinci Italia | Ristorante Da Vinci, West County Hotel | 535 yd | |
| Salvation Army | 1 Nelson Street, Millom | 785 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough Inn | 41 Holborn Hill, Millom | 320 yd | |
| The Clock Tower | 4 Market Square, Millom | 535 yd | |
| Millom Conservative Club | 37-39 Lapstone Road, Millom | 536 yd | |
| Bear on the Square | 2-6 St Georges Terrace, Millom | 582 yd | |
| Workies and Reflections | Working Mens Club, 2-6 St Georges Terrace | 582 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deano's Plaice | Holborn Hill, Millom | 359 yd | |
| Curry Spice | Market Square, Millom | 535 yd | |
| CK's | 5 Market Square, Millom | 535 yd | |
| Golden Lotus (Cumbria) Ltd | 28 Lapstone Road, Millom | 536 yd | |
| Dottie's Traditional Fish & Chips | 47 Wellington Street, Millom | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Tesco Stores, Lancashire Road | 477 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Millom School SALTHOUSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 220 yd |
| Millom Recreation Centre LANCASHIRE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 415 yd |
| Millom Cricket Club CHURCH VIEW CHURCH VIEW ST. GEORGES ROAD | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Another Level Fitness Centre (Closed) Market Square | health and fitness suite | 556 yd |
| Black Combe Junior School MOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Millom St James 91A 91A ALBERT STREET | grass pitches | 956 yd |
| Saint James Catholic Primary School Playing Field Furness Street | grass pitches | 973 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 | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.