Caroline Street is in Kendal and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA9 4SH is located in the Kendal Strickland and Fell 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 Caroline Street, Kendal, LA9 4SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA9 4RR, LA9 4RW, LA9 4QU, LA9 4RP, LA9 4RS, LA9 4RL, LA9 4SL, LA9 4SW, LA9 4RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LA9 4SH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 55.4% | 54.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 44.6% | 45.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around LA9 4SH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 46.1% | 51.4% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 29.5% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 14.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 56.2% | 45.3% | -10.9% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 35.4% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 14.8% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.6% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 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 LA9 4SH this area, 9.9% 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 46.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 8.5% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 11.3% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 18.4% | 2.7% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 46.7% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 12.9% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0.5% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.8% | 97.3% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 90.1% | 90.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 7.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 90.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.4% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.1% | 37.2% | 13.9% |
| Christian | 36.9% | 46.2% | -9.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caroline Street was 57.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.0% lower than the Bowness and Lyth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Caroline Street has the 31st highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Bowness and Lyth and the 236th highest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Caroline Street, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-04-29 | £180,000 |
| 26 Caroline Street, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-11-21 | £244,606 |
| 28 Caroline Street, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-12-11 | £213,688 |
| 20 Caroline Street, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2023-11-01 | £176,919 |
| 23 Caroline Street, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-03-02 | £176,780 |
LA9 4SH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% 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.
LA9 4SH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 26 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 368 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas's CofE Primary School Kendal Green , LA9 5PP | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stramongate Primary School Blackhall Road , LA9 4BT | 3out of 4 | 687 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghyllside Primary School Gillinggate , LA9 4JB | 3out of 4 | 1,303 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vicarage Park CofE Primary School Vicarage Drive , LA9 5BP | 3out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Park School Sedbergh Drive , LA9 6BE | 3out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen Katherine School Appleby Road , LA9 6PJ | 2out of 4 | 1,392 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkbie Kendal School Lound Road , LA9 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,069 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 | 1,888 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Whinfell School 110 Windermere Road , LA9 5EZ | - not rated | 502 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| South Lakes Academy Riverside Centre , Yard 39 LA9 4ED | - not rated | 875 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandgate School Sandylands Road , LA9 6JG | 3out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appletree School Natland , LA9 7QS | - not rated | 4,895 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner 124 | 124 Stricklandgate | 328 yd | |
| Pedros Casa | 128 Stricklandgate | 328 yd | |
| The Albion Social and Snooker Club | Albion Buildings Rear Of, Sandes Avenue | 380 yd | |
| Thai Kitchen in Lakeland | Unit 6, Dockray Hall Mill Dockray Hall Industrial Estate, Dockray Hall Road | 392 yd | |
| Victoria Bowling Club | Victoria Bowling Club, Sandes Avenue | 410 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oddfellows Arms | 6 Burneside Road | 90 yd | |
| The New Union Tavern | 159 Stricklandgate | 343 yd | |
| The Principal | 8 Market Place | 631 yd | |
| The George & Dragon | George And Dragon, Market Place | 631 yd | |
| Smokies Retro Bar | Yard 2, Stricklandgate | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eat Indian Kendal Ltd | 5 Stricklandgate | 534 yd | |
| Hole in Wall Ltd Kiosk | Kendal Bus Station, Blackhall Road | 563 yd | |
| Fold Coffee Ltd | Unit, 12-13 Trading Estate, Beezon Road | 570 yd | |
| Outside In Kendal | Beezon Road | 628 yd | |
| Food Kendal Ltd | 27 Market Place | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer Plc, Library Road | 536 yd | |
| E H Booth & Co Ltd | 11 Wainwrights Yard | 624 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Beezon Road | 628 yd | |
| Tesco | 26-28 Highgate | 724 yd | |
| Zabka Kendal Ltd | 47 Highgate | 878 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Vault (Closed) Victoria House Victoria House Sandes Avenue | health and fitness suite | 413 yd |
| Kendal Lads And Girls Club BEEZON FIELDS | 431 yd | |
| Stramongate School BLACKHALL ROAD | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Ibis Sports And Social Club MINTSFEET ROAD | 693 yd | |
| The Sanctuary BEEZON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 699 yd |
| Kendal Cricket Club SHAP ROAD | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Kendal Golf Club HIGH TENTERFELL | golf | 823 yd |
| Jubilee Playing Fields WESTPAC HOUSE WESTPAC HOUSE MINTSFEET ROAD | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Highgate Gym (Closed) New Inn Yard New Inn Yard Highgate | health and fitness suite | 969 yd |
| Kendal Squash Club HIGHGATE | squash courts | 1,091 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.