CA22 2AZ is a mixed residential area on Old Bridge, 0.2km from Bookwell in Egremont. Administratively it sits within Egremont ward and the Copeland constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 82 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for CA22 2AZ are sourced from Output Area E00097416 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD BRIDGE, CA22 2AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD BRIDGE, CA22 2AZ.
227
52
£ 36,600 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 52, CA22 2AZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA22 2AZ. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CA22 2AZ is moderate at 82 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bookwell Primary School
St Bridget's Catholic Primary School
West Lakes Academy
Orgill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Coleridge Stores0.7 km
- Nisa0.7 km
- Pearson's0.7 km
- BP Garage/Spar0.3 km
- Boots Local Pharmacy0.4 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Black Bull0.2 km
- Cat Inn0.4 km
- Egremont & Dist Conservative Club0.4 km
- Egremont Bowling Club0.7 km
- Egremont Rangers RLFC0.7 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Deja Brew0.3 km
- Florence Arts Centre0.9 km
- Teza Spice0.6 km
- The Meeting Place0.4 km
- West Coast Deli & Bakery0.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Heron Frozen Foods0.4 km
- Co-op0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Chattanooga0.4 km
- Dragon Palace0.3 km
- Istanbul Pizza & Kebab House0.5 km
- Star Takeaway0.2 km
- Spuds & Co0.6 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Nethertown3.5 km
- St Bees4.3 km
- Braystones4.6 km
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Postcode Profile: CA222AZ · Data under Open Government Licence