CA26 3PJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dean Close, 0.3km from Frizington in Frizington. Administratively it sits within Cleator Moor East and Frizington ward and the Copeland constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CA26 3PJ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £69k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CA26 3PJ are sourced from Output Area E00097439 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DEAN CLOSE, CA26 3PJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEAN CLOSE, CA26 3PJ.
222
47
£ 37,600 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CA26 3PJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CA26 3PJ has a significant social housing presence — 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA26 3PJ. The average age is 46.8. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 57,500
1 sales · Mean £ 57,500
Terraced
£ 58,750
2 sales · Mean £ 58,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CA26 3PJ has low crime rates — 40 incidents 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
Frizington Nursery School
Frizington Community Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Frizington Veterans Club0.3 km
- Frizington White Star Football Club0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Frizington Chippy0.5 km
- Original Chattanooga0.7 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Boots The Chemist0.5 km
- Post Office0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Frizington Shop Ltd0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Lingla Cafe and Gift Shop0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Corkickle6.0 km
- Whitehaven6.3 km
- Parton6.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CA263PJ · Data under Open Government Licence