CA28 8HP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Honister Road, 0.1km from Mirehouse in Whitehaven. Administratively it sits within Mirehouse ward and the Copeland constituency.
For families considering a move, CA28 8HP represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £99k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CA28 8HP are sourced from Output Area E00097520 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HONISTER ROAD, CA28 8HP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HONISTER ROAD, CA28 8HP.
266
42
£ 34,200 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CA28 8HP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CA28 8HP's 60% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA28 8HP. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 99,000
2 sales · Mean £ 99,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CA28 8HP has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Valley Primary School and Nursery
Hensingham Primary School
St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- W H Smith (Shop)0.7 km
- MJ & G Parr Ltd0.1 km
- McColls0.7 km
- Mirehouse Pharmacy0.1 km
- Mirehouse Shop0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Mirehouse Labour Social Club0.0 km
- Greenbank P & M Club0.9 km
- St Benedicts RUFC0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Ocean Treasures0.1 km
- Deja Brew1.0 km
- Little Indian0.1 km
- Peking House0.9 km
- Ropers0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Restaurant0.7 km
- Top of the Shops Cafe0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Corkickle2.0 km
- Whitehaven3.3 km
- St Bees3.9 km
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Postcode Profile: CA288HP · Data under Open Government Licence