Postcode Analysis Copeland, North West

CA28 7RQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CA28 7RQ.

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Population

295

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 33,800 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CA28 7RQ 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.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 49, CA28 7RQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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

CA28 7RQ is an active urban area located 0.2km from Whitehaven in Whitehaven. Administratively it sits within Hillcrest and Hensingham ward and the Copeland constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 126 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for CA28 7RQ are sourced from Output Area E00097452 (shared with 22 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 7RQ. The average age is 48.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

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

Crime around CA28 7RQ is above average at 126 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences146
Anti-social behaviour57
Public order42
Criminal damage and arson37
Other theft20

school Local Schools

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St Begh's Catholic Junior School

Good242 pupils0.2 km
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Monkwray Junior School

Good107 pupils0.7 km
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St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School

Good143 pupils0.7 km
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St James' CofE Junior School

Good162 pupils0.8 km
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St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School

Good308 pupils0.9 km
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Jericho Primary School

Good425 pupils1.2 km
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Kells Infant School

Outstanding116 pupils1.3 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding196 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Applegreen0.2 km
  • Chicken Shop0.5 km
  • Golden Harvest Health Foods0.4 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Heron Frozen Foods0.6 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Corner House0.5 km
  • Read Guest House0.4 km
  • Tivoli Guest House0.4 km
  • Chase Hotel0.4 km
  • Lismore Guest House0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

34 nearby
  • Anchor Vaults0.5 km
  • Candlestick0.7 km
  • Castle Knights0.2 km
  • Club 1350.7 km
  • Generations0.5 km
  • + 29 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

29 nearby
  • Akash/La'al Indian0.7 km
  • Cafe West0.5 km
  • Cross's Cafe0.4 km
  • Harbour Youth Project Cafe0.5 km
  • Haven Cafe0.5 km
  • + 24 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • B & M Retail0.0 km
  • Tesco Stores0.8 km
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.1 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.4 km
  • Asda0.4 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Ali Taj0.7 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.5 km
  • Chicken Hut0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Frasers Fries0.7 km
  • + 15 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Corkickle0.4 km
  • Whitehaven1.0 km
  • Parton2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Corkickle Rail Station0.4 km