CA22 2AS is an active urban area on Beckgreen, 0.0km from Beck Green in Egremont. Administratively it sits within Egremont ward and the Copeland constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CA22 2AS is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 74% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 116 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £110k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CA22 2AS are sourced from Output Area E00097415 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BECKGREEN, CA22 2AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BECKGREEN, CA22 2AS.
155
59
£ 36,600 /yr
26%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CA22 2AS 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
CA22 2AS has a significant social housing presence — 74% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA22 2AS. The average age is 59.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 105,000
5 sales · Mean £ 99,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CA22 2AS is above average at 116 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
West Lakes Academy
St Bridget's Catholic Primary School
Orgill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Coleridge Stores0.8 km
- Nisa0.6 km
- Pearson's0.8 km
- BP Garage/Spar0.4 km
- Boots Local Pharmacy0.3 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Black Bull0.3 km
- Cat Inn0.3 km
- Egremont & Dist Conservative Club0.1 km
- Egremont Bowling Club0.6 km
- Egremont Rangers RLFC0.6 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Deja Brew0.3 km
- Florence Arts Centre0.7 km
- Teza Spice0.4 km
- The Meeting Place0.3 km
- West Coast Deli & Bakery0.4 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Heron Frozen Foods0.3 km
- Co-op0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Chattanooga0.3 km
- Dragon Palace0.3 km
- Istanbul Pizza & Kebab House0.3 km
- Star Takeaway0.3 km
- Spuds & Co0.4 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Nethertown3.8 km
- St Bees4.5 km
- Braystones4.8 km
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Postcode Profile: CA222AS · Data under Open Government Licence