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Sowerby Wood, Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria
CA5 7LDCarlisle
Explore the rich diversity of CA5 7LD, with data on ethnicity, religion, and national identity. This section highlights the cultural, spiritual, and linguistic shape of the area, offering a deeper understanding of who lives there and how they identify. From ethnic groups to proficiency in English, these insights and analysis reveal the unique characteristics of the people who live here.
Ethnic Group
Ethnic Group categorises individuals in a population based on their self-identified ethnicity. It typically includes groups like White, Mixed, Asian or Asian British, Black or Black British, and Other ethnic groups. This data provides a breakdown of the ethnic composition within a given region. It reflects the diversity and multicultural aspects of the population.
White Ethnicity Insights
Census 2021 reveals that 97.3% of individuals in CA5 7LD identified as 'White' (English/Welsh/Scottish/Northern Irish). This compares to the England and Wales average of 81%, who were reported as being of white ethnicity.
This reflects the historical, socio-economic, and geographical factors that shape the demographic makeup of this postcode area. CA5 7LD might also have older, more established communities with deep local roots, which tend to be less ethnically diverse than urban centres, where diversity is usually higher due to more recent migration and economic activity.
97.3%
20.1%Percentage of people whose ethnic group is 'white'.
Category | CA5 7LD* | North West | England & Wales |
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Total | 338 | 7,417,398 | 56,490,048 |
Asian | 1 (0.3%) | 622,685 (8.4%) | 5,426,392 (9.6%) |
Bangladeshi | 0 (0.0%) | 60,859 (0.8%) | 629,567 (1.1%) |
Chinese | 0 (0.0%) | 54,051 (0.7%) | 431,165 (0.8%) |
Indian | 0 (0.0%) | 140,413 (1.9%) | 1,843,248 (3.3%) |
Pakistani | 1 (0.3%) | 303,611 (4.1%) | 1,570,285 (2.8%) |
Other Asian | 0 (0.0%) | 63,751 (0.9%) | 952,127 (1.7%) |
Black | 2 (0.6%) | 173,918 (2.3%) | 2,381,724 (4.2%) |
Black African | 1 (0.3%) | 126,608 (1.7%) | 1,468,474 (2.6%) |
Black Caribbean | 0 (0.0%) | 25,919 (0.3%) | 619,419 (1.1%) |
Black Other | 1 (0.3%) | 21,391 (0.3%) | 293,831 (0.5%) |
Mixed | 6 (1.8%) | 163,245 (2.2%) | 1,669,378 (3.0%) |
White & Asian | 0 (0.0%) | 47,829 (0.6%) | 474,190 (0.8%) |
White & African | 4 (1.2%) | 30,011 (0.4%) | 241,528 (0.4%) |
White & Caribbean | 1 (0.3%) | 46,962 (0.6%) | 499,310 (0.9%) |
Other | 1 (0.3%) | 38,443 (0.5%) | 454,350 (0.8%) |
White | 329 (97.3%) | 6,347,394 (85.6%) | 45,783,401 (81.0%) |
White British | 318 (94.1%) | 6,019,385 (81.2%) | 41,540,791 (73.5%) |
White Irish | 1 (0.3%) | 61,422 (0.8%) | 494,251 (0.9%) |
White Gypsy or Traveller | 5 (1.5%) | 5,741 (0.1%) | 64,218 (0.1%) |
White Roma | 0 (0.0%) | 7,359 (0.1%) | 99,138 (0.2%) |
White Other | 5 (1.5%) | 253,487 (3.4%) | 3,585,003 (6.3%) |
Other | 0 (0.0%) | 110,156 (1.5%) | 1,229,153 (2.2%) |
Other Arab | 0 (0.0%) | 43,865 (0.6%) | 320,203 (0.6%) |
Other ethnic group | 0 (0.0%) | 66,291 (0.9%) | 908,950 (1.6%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
Religion
Religion categorises individuals based on their religious affiliation or belief system. It captures data on various religions practised within a given population, including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Judaism, and others. This table provides insights into the religious diversity of the population and the prevalence of different faiths within a specific region. It helps to understand the cultural and religious landscape, informing social policies and community services.
Christian Affiliation Census Crunch
Census 2021 reveals that 70.1% of individuals in CA5 7LD identify with Christianity, compared to the national average across England & Wales of 46.3%.
This reflects an postcode area with a long-standing, predominantly British population and fewer people from other religious or non-religious backgrounds. CA5 7LD could be an area where traditional Christian values and practices are more deeply rooted and have persisted over time, in contrast to more diverse urban areas with a wider variety of religious beliefs.
70.1%
51.4%Percentage of people who are Christian.
Category | CA5 7LD* | North West | England & Wales |
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Total | 338 | 7,417,397 | 56,490,048 |
No religion | 80 (23.7%) | 2,419,624 (32.6%) | 20,715,664 (36.7%) |
Christian | 237 (70.1%) | 3,895,779 (52.5%) | 26,167,899 (46.3%) |
Buddhist | 1 (0.3%) | 23,028 (0.3%) | 262,433 (0.5%) |
Hindu | 0 (0.0%) | 49,749 (0.7%) | 1,020,533 (1.8%) |
Jewish | 0 (0.0%) | 33,285 (0.4%) | 269,283 (0.5%) |
Muslim | 1 (0.3%) | 563,105 (7.6%) | 3,801,186 (6.7%) |
Sikh | 0 (0.0%) | 11,862 (0.2%) | 520,092 (0.9%) |
Other religion | 1 (0.3%) | 28,103 (0.4%) | 332,410 (0.6%) |
Not answered | 18 (5.3%) | 392,862 (5.3%) | 3,400,548 (6.0%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
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National Identity
National Identity categorises individuals based on their self-identified national identity. It captures data on the national affiliations people feel, such as British, English, Scottish, Welsh, or others. This table provides insights into the diverse national identities within a given population, reflecting cultural and historical affiliations. It helps to understand the complex and evolving nature of national identity in a multicultural society.
British Identity Breakdown
As per Census 2021 data, 51.9% of people in CA5 7LD identify their nationality as 'British', while the national average across England and Wales is 56.8% who consider themselves British.
A postcode such as CA5 7LD that has a lower percentage of people identifying as 'British' usually indicates a more ethnically diverse area, often in an urban centre, where there is a significant population of recent immigrants or people who identify with other nationalities. In these areas, residents might prefer to identify with their country of origin or a dual nationality, reflecting the multicultural nature of the community and the varied backgrounds of its inhabitants.
51.9%
-8.6%Percentage of people who identify as 'British'.
Category | CA5 7LD* | North West | England & Wales |
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Total: All usual residents | 339 | 7,417,397 | 56,490,048 |
British | 176 (51.9%) | 4,371,835 (58.9%) | 32,103,291 (56.8%) |
English | 73 (21.5%) | 1,116,163 (15.0%) | 8,615,437 (15.3%) |
English and British | 74 (21.8%) | 1,192,824 (16.1%) | 8,057,675 (14.3%) |
Welsh | 2 (0.6%) | 26,763 (0.4%) | 192,668 (0.3%) |
Welsh and British | 0 (0.0%) | 11,193 (0.2%) | 86,966 (0.2%) |
Other UK | 7 (2.1%) | 79,855 (1.1%) | 648,235 (1.1%) |
Scottish | 5 (1.5%) | 33,862 (0.5%) | 232,034 (0.4%) |
Scottish and British | 1 (0.3%) | 14,341 (0.2%) | 108,719 (0.2%) |
Northern Irish | 0 (0.0%) | 15,113 (0.2%) | 75,497 (0.1%) |
Northern Irish and British | 0 (0.0%) | 4,868 (0.1%) | 30,180 (0.1%) |
Cornish | 0 (0.0%) | 333 (0.0%) | 88,360 (0.2%) |
Cornish and British | 0 (0.0%) | 63 (0.0%) | 10,584 (0.0%) |
Other combination | 1 (0.3%) | 11,275 (0.2%) | 102,861 (0.2%) |
Irish | 0 (0.0%) | 35,407 (0.5%) | 290,790 (0.5%) |
Irish and UK | 0 (0.0%) | 6,546 (0.1%) | 60,290 (0.1%) |
Other identity | 7 (2.1%) | 488,038 (6.6%) | 5,338,962 (9.5%) |
Other and UK identity | 0 (0.0%) | 88,773 (1.2%) | 1,095,734 (1.9%) |
Non-UK | 7 (2.1%) | 523,445 (7.1%) | 5,629,752 (10.0%) |
UK and non-UK | 0 (0.0%) | 95,319 (1.3%) | 1,156,024 (2.0%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
Proficiency in English
Proficiency in English categorises individuals based on their level of proficiency in the English language. It typically includes categories such as 'proficient,' 'limited proficiency,' and 'non-proficient.' This table helps to assess the language skills of different segments of the population, particularly those whose first language may not be English. It provides insights into the linguistic diversity and integration of communities within a given area.
English Speakers Spotlight
According to Census 2021 data, 98.8% of people in CA5 7LD speak English (or Welsh in Wales) as their main language, while the national average across England & Wales is 90.8% who identify English as their primary language.
Postcodes such as CA5 7LD with a higher percentage of people whose main language is English (or Welsh in Wales) typically indicates an area with a long-established, predominantly British population and fewer recent immigrants. Such areas are often rural or suburban, where the community has deep roots and less linguistic diversity.
98.8%
8.8%Percentage of people whose main language is English.
Category | CA5 7LD* | North West | England & Wales |
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Total | 332 | 7,178,371 | 54,686,091 |
Main language English | 328 (98.8%) | 6,697,979 (93.3%) | 49,652,172 (90.8%) |
Main language not English | 4 (1.2%) | 480,392 (6.7%) | 5,033,919 (9.2%) |
Not English: Speaks English very well | 3 (0.9%) | 184,921 (2.6%) | 2,212,300 (4.0%) |
Not English: Speaks English well | 1 (0.3%) | 178,299 (2.5%) | 1,803,439 (3.3%) |
Not English: Cannot speak English well | 0 (0.0%) | 98,318 (1.4%) | 861,288 (1.6%) |
Not English: Cannot speak English | 0 (0.0%) | 18,854 (0.3%) | 156,892 (0.3%) |
* Contains values based on ONS output area rather than postcode, and calculated as a best-fit model.
1 Data used for this page show statistics based on output area (OA - E00097104), a best-fit lookup between this postcode (CA5 7LD) and 2021 Census data. Output areas may include more households and population than postcodes.
Data source: Census 2021 / Office for National Statistics
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