Pembroke Court is in Kendal and in Westmorland And Furness district. LA9 5JA is located in the Kendal South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Westmorland and Lonsdale. This postcode has been in use since 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pembroke Court, Kendal, LA9 5JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: LA9 5LH, LA9 5JB, LA9 5JQ, LA9 5HZ, LA9 5HN, LA9 5HY, LA9 5HX, LA9 5HS, LA9 5HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding LA9 5JA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 47.5% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 51.8% | 52.5% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 | 22.4% | 30.8% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 46% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 16.7% | 15.6% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 5.2% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 48.2% | 48.6% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 34.6% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 13.2% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 21.9% | 20.9% | -1.0% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 8.5% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 15.6% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 9.5% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 11.8% | -3.9% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 33.2% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0.5% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 94.1% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 95.5% | 90.8% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 91.8% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pembroke Court was 11.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.4% lower than the Kendal Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pembroke Court has the 11th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Kendal Castle and the 107th lowest crime rate of 774 local areas in Westmorland and Furness .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Pembroke Court, Kendal, Westmorland And Furness Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-11-13 | £238,187 |
| 12 Pembroke Court, Kendal, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-03-29 | £136,940 |
| 57 Pembroke Court, Kendal, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2016-09-16 | £192,122 |
| 19 Pembroke Court, Kendal, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2014-12-10 | £150,794 |
| 67 Pembroke Court, Kendal, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2011-02-25 | £234,637 |
LA9 5JA 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 | 59 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendal Nursery School Brantfield , Queens Road LA9 4PH | 4out of 4 | 1,713 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 | 220 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School, Kendal Hawesmead Avenue , LA9 5HB | - not rated | 237 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghyllside Primary School Gillinggate , LA9 4JB | 3out of 4 | 765 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heron Hill Primary School Hayfell Avenue , LA9 7JH | 3out of 4 | 1,272 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stramongate Primary School Blackhall Road , LA9 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,771 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 | 908 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Katherine School Appleby Road , LA9 6PJ | 2out of 4 | 3,101 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 | 525 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 | 1,348 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Whinfell School 110 Windermere Road , LA9 5EZ | - not rated | 2,292 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sandgate School Sandylands Road , LA9 6JG | 3out of 4 | 2,343 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appletree School Natland , LA9 7QS | - not rated | 2,933 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonecross Manor Hotel | 84 Milnthorpe Road | 341 yd | |
| No Hands Rest Coffee House | Unit 26 Riverside Place | 758 yd | |
| Salvation Army Hall | Salvation Army Hall, Gillinggate | 858 yd | |
| Union Jack Cafe | 15 Kirkland | 913 yd | |
| Beijing House | 181 Highgate | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romneys | 72 Milnthorpe Road | 279 yd | |
| Ring O' Bells | Ring O'Bells, Kirkland | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Fortune | 1 South Road | 652 yd | |
| Yummy fast food | 6 Anchorite Fields | 667 yd | |
| British Raj | 76 Kirkland | 848 yd | |
| Ruby's Chinese Takeaway | 68 Natland Road | 899 yd | |
| Santorino | 5 Kirkland | 913 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dean Gibson Playing Field THORNLEIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 161 yd |
| Wattsfield Playing Field ROMNEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Ghyllside Primary School GILLINGGATE | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Kirkbie Kendal School LOUND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Kendal Leisure Centre KENDAL LEISURE CENTRE KENDAL LEISURE CENTRE BURTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 985 yd |
| Kendal Squash Club HIGHGATE | squash courts | 1,005 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 | 38.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.32 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.32 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.