Paddock Drive is in Kendal and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA9 5FH is located in the Kendal South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Westmorland and Lonsdale. This postcode has been in use since 2019-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paddock Drive, Kendal, LA9 5FH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA9 5FE, LA9 5AT, LA9 5AN, LA9 5DJ, LA9 5NQ, LA9 5DE, LA9 5AU, LA9 5DD, LA9 5AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LA9 5FH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% 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 | 50.2% | 55.2% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 44.8% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LA9 5FH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.4% | 19.6% | -8.8% | 37.9% | -18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 52.1% | 13.2% | 44.2% | 7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 5.4% | -8.1% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 16.8% | 21.1% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 15.0% |
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 | 34.6% | 42.9% | 8.3% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 30.4% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 20.9% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 10.7% | 4.3% | -6.4% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.1% | 17.7% | -16.4% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 9.2% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 10.3% | -10.4% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 5% | 3.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 12.4% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 42.9% | 22.2% | 33.8% | 9.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 96.7% | 97.3% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 94.2% | 96.6% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 96% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 64.9% | 46.2% | 18.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paddock Drive was 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.4% higher than the Kendal Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Paddock Drive has the 21st highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Kendal Castle and the 368th lowest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 177.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Paddock Drive, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-07-14 | £394,935 |
| 64 Paddock Drive, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2023-11-03 | £550,619 |
| 8 Paddock Drive, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Detached, a newly built property | £624,995 | 2023-04-05 | £639,802 |
| 72 Paddock Drive, Kendal, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2022-10-27 | £550,531 |
| 56 Paddock Drive, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £145,173 | 2022-07-15 | £150,031 |
LA9 5FH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in LA9 5FH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 153 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal Nursery School Brantfield , Queens Road LA9 4PH | 4out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vicarage Park CofE Primary School Vicarage Drive , LA9 5BP | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghyllside Primary School Gillinggate , LA9 4JB | 3out of 4 | 533 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School, Kendal Hawesmead Avenue , LA9 5HB | - not rated | 562 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heron Hill Primary School Hayfell Avenue , LA9 7JH | 3out of 4 | 866 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stramongate Primary School Blackhall Road , LA9 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 576 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Katherine School Appleby Road , LA9 6PJ | 2out of 4 | 2,413 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 | 336 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 | 716 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandgate School Sandylands Road , LA9 6JG | 3out of 4 | 1,618 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Whinfell School 110 Windermere Road , LA9 5EZ | - not rated | 1,907 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Appletree School Natland , LA9 7QS | - not rated | 3,338 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| No Hands Rest Coffee House | Unit 26 Riverside Place | 198 yd | |
| Union Jack Cafe | 15 Kirkland | 255 yd | |
| Beijing House | 181 Highgate | 341 yd | |
| Jintana Thai Restaurant (Kendal) | 101 Highgate | 496 yd | |
| Wild Abandon | 121 Highgate | 511 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ring O' Bells | Ring O'Bells, Kirkland | 255 yd | |
| The New Inn | 98 Highgate | 601 yd | |
| The Shakespeare Inn | 78 Highgate | 601 yd | |
| The Blind Bus Driver Ltd | 15-17 Lowther Street | 757 yd | |
| 19 The Wine Bar | 19 Lowther Street | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Raj | 76 Kirkland | 145 yd | |
| River Fortune | 1 South Road | 205 yd | |
| Santorino | 5 Kirkland | 255 yd | |
| Yummy fast food | 6 Anchorite Fields | 263 yd | |
| Sizzle Inn | 187 Highgate | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 65-67 Highgate | 665 yd | |
| Zabka Kendal Ltd | 47 Highgate | 683 yd | |
| Tesco | 26-28 Highgate | 836 yd | |
| E H Booth & Co Ltd | 11 Wainwrights Yard | 936 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer Plc, Library Road | 1,024 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kendal Squash Club HIGHGATE | squash courts | 497 yd |
| Kirkbie Kendal School LOUND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Wattsfield Playing Field ROMNEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 586 yd |
| Highgate Gym (Closed) New Inn Yard New Inn Yard Highgate | health and fitness suite | 593 yd |
| Ghyllside Primary School GILLINGGATE | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Kendal Town Football Club KENDAL TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB KENDAL TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB PARKSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Dean Gibson Playing Field THORNLEIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| Heron Hill School HAYFELL AVENUE | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Kendal Leisure Centre KENDAL LEISURE CENTRE KENDAL LEISURE CENTRE BURTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 795 yd |
| Netherfield Cricket Club PARKSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 847 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 254.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 39.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.