CA28 8LE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rutland Avenue, 0.4km from Homewood in Whitehaven. Administratively it sits within Mirehouse ward and the Copeland constituency.
For families considering a move, CA28 8LE represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 55 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £129k, 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 CA28 8LE are sourced from Output Area E00097468 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RUTLAND AVENUE, CA28 8LE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUTLAND AVENUE, CA28 8LE.
232
39
£ 43,400 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CA28 8LE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
CA28 8LE is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. 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 CA28 8LE. The average age is 38.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 129,000
9 sales · Mean £ 120,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CA28 8LE is moderate at 55 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.
school Local Schools
Valley Primary School and Nursery
Hensingham Primary School
The Whitehaven Academy
St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- W H Smith (Shop)0.4 km
- MJ & G Parr Ltd0.6 km
- Mirehouse Pharmacy0.6 km
- Mirehouse Shop0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Mirehouse Labour Social Club0.5 km
- St Benedicts RUFC1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Ocean Treasures0.6 km
- Deja Brew0.6 km
- Little Indian0.6 km
- Peking House0.6 km
- Ropers0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Summergrove Halls0.8 km
- The Restaurant0.4 km
- Top of the Shops Cafe0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Corkickle2.1 km
- Whitehaven3.3 km
- St Bees4.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CA288LE · Data under Open Government Licence