Is CA28 6EU a safe place to live?

Yes, CA28 6EU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CA28 6EU?

The average property price in CA28 6EU is currently around £170k.

What is the population of CA28 6EU?

The population for the CA28 6EU area is approximately 264 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Copeland, North West

THE CRESCENT, CA28 6EU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CRESCENT, CA28 6EU.

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Population

264

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,400 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CA28 6EU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10

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9/10

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4/10

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10/10

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1/10

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8/10

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4/10

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10/10

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7/10

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Area Character

CA28 6EU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £170k, 93% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CA28 6EU is a sought-after residential area on The Crescent, 0.6km from Bleachgreen in Whitehaven. Administratively it sits within Bransty ward and the Copeland constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CA28, CA28 6EU offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for CA28 6EU are sourced from Output Area E00097349 (shared with 9 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 6EU. The average age is 51.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%

Asian / British Asian1.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 42%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 135,000

2 sales · Mean £ 135,000

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

CA28 6EU has low crime rates — 13 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 offences15

Other theft5

Public order5

Other crime4

Drugs2

school Local Schools

Bransty Primary School

Good231 pupils0.3 km

St Bridget's CofE School

Good79 pupils0.8 km

St James' CofE Junior School

Good162 pupils1.2 km

St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School

Good143 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Letterbox Bakes by The Pantry0.8 km
Spar0.3 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Sunnyhill0.8 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Croft Hill Guest House0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Parton0.9 km
Whitehaven1.1 km
Corkickle2.2 km