Captain French Lane is in Kendal and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA9 4HX is located in the Kendal Highgate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Westmorland and Lonsdale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Captain French Lane, Kendal, LA9 4HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA9 4JY, LA9 4JB, LA9 4LX, LA9 4HP, LA9 4LA, LA9 4JU, LA9 5DW, LA9 4HT, LA9 4HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LA9 4HX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 56.7% | 53.1% | -3.6% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 43.3% | 46.9% | 3.6% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 23.9% | 29.3% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 44.5% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 9.9% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 15.8% | 13.4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.2% | 46.9% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 29.7% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 19.7% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 10.5% | 3.8% | -6.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 LA9 4HX this area, 6.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 53.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.8% | 6.3% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 5.3% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.8% | 11.6% | 1.8% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.4% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 12.6% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.5% | 53.7% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 19.9% |
| Other | 9.4% | 3.2% | -6.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 97.1% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 90.7% | 90.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 4.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 91.2% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 5.4% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.9% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% |
| Christian | 39.4% | 46.2% | -6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Captain French Lane was 32.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.7% lower than the Kendal Highgate average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Captain French Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Kendal Highgate and the 359th lowest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghyll Head House Captain French Lane, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2024-09-25 | £647,493 |
| 78 Captain French Lane, Kendal, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £358,500 | 2022-11-25 | £366,560 |
| 81 Captain French Lane, Kendal, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-08-19 | £316,019 |
| 101 Captain French Lane, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Other, an established residential building | £140,928 | 2022-07-22 | £135,444 |
| 103 Captain French Lane, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Other, an established residential building | £257,400 | 2021-10-07 | £268,828 |
LA9 4HX 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal Nursery School Brantfield , Queens Road LA9 4PH | 4out of 4 | 778 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghyllside Primary School Gillinggate , LA9 4JB | 3out of 4 | 177 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vicarage Park CofE Primary School Vicarage Drive , LA9 5BP | 3out of 4 | 787 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School, Kendal Hawesmead Avenue , LA9 5HB | - not rated | 914 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stramongate Primary School Blackhall Road , LA9 4BT | 3out of 4 | 940 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heron Hill Primary School Hayfell Avenue , LA9 7JH | 3out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkbie Kendal School Lound Road , LA9 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Katherine School Appleby Road , LA9 6PJ | 2out of 4 | 2,258 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal College Milnthorpe Road , LA9 5AY | - not rated | 848 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Lakes Academy Riverside Centre , Yard 39 LA9 4ED | - not rated | 540 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Whinfell School 110 Windermere Road , LA9 5EZ | - not rated | 1,384 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sandgate School Sandylands Road , LA9 6JG | 3out of 4 | 1,656 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appletree School Natland , LA9 7QS | - not rated | 3,813 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army Hall | Salvation Army Hall, Gillinggate | 86 yd | |
| The Masters House Tea Room | 80B Highgate | 314 yd | |
| Fish Express | 70 Highgate | 314 yd | |
| Comida (Food) | Comida (Food), 90 Highgate | 314 yd | |
| Jintana Thai Restaurant (Kendal) | 101 Highgate | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rifleman's Arms | Riflemans Arms, Greenside | 213 yd | |
| The New Inn | 98 Highgate | 314 yd | |
| The Shakespeare Inn | 78 Highgate | 314 yd | |
| The Miles Thompson | Shearman House, Allhallows Lane | 410 yd | |
| Ring O' Bells | Ring O'Bells, Kirkland | 423 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Fortune | 140 Highgate | 294 yd | |
| Silver Mountain | 133-135 Highgate | 329 yd | |
| Yummy fast food | 6 Anchorite Fields | 363 yd | |
| Sizzle Inn | 187 Highgate | 363 yd | |
| Santorino | 5 Kirkland | 423 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 65-67 Highgate | 401 yd | |
| Zabka Kendal Ltd | 47 Highgate | 425 yd | |
| Tesco | 26-28 Highgate | 506 yd | |
| E H Booth & Co Ltd | 11 Wainwrights Yard | 584 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer Plc, Library Road | 628 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kendal Squash Club HIGHGATE | squash courts | 196 yd |
| Ghyllside Primary School GILLINGGATE | grass pitches | 215 yd |
| Highgate Gym (Closed) New Inn Yard New Inn Yard Highgate | health and fitness suite | 316 yd |
| Kendal Golf Club HIGH TENTERFELL | golf | 595 yd |
| Stramongate School BLACKHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| The Vault (Closed) Victoria House Victoria House Sandes Avenue | health and fitness suite | 941 yd |
| Dean Gibson Playing Field THORNLEIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,021 yd |
| The Sanctuary BEEZON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,059 yd |
| Wattsfield Playing Field ROMNEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,080 yd |
| Kirkbie Kendal School LOUND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 45.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.56 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.56 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.