Postcode Analysis Copeland, North West

THE CLOSE, CA28 6EQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CLOSE, CA28 6EQ.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 33,800 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CA28 6EQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 36% of tenure in CA28 6EQ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CA28 6EQ is a safe, established residential area on The Close, 0.3km from Bransty in Whitehaven. Administratively it sits within Bransty ward and the Copeland constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CA28 6EQ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £105k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CA28 6EQ are sourced from Output Area E00097361 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA28 6EQ. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 95,000

3 sales · Mean £ 96,666

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CA28 6EQ has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Other theft6
Other crime4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Bransty Primary School

Good231 pupils0.1 km
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St James' CofE Junior School

Good162 pupils0.8 km
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St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School

Good143 pupils0.8 km
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St Bridget's CofE School

Good79 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Sunnyhill0.4 km
  • Shipwrights Arms0.9 km
  • Wetherspoons0.9 km
  • Club 1350.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Lismore Guest House0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Baxter Storey0.9 km
  • The Peddler0.9 km
  • Akash/La'al Indian1.0 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Spar0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Ali Taj1.0 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Frasers Fries1.0 km
  • Delicious1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Whitehaven0.7 km
  • Parton1.3 km
  • Corkickle1.9 km