CA28 8AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Calder Avenue, 0.1km from Gardens, The 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 low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £87k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 0.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CA28 8AR are sourced from Output Area E00097452 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CALDER AVENUE, CA28 8AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CALDER AVENUE, CA28 8AR.
295
49
£ 33,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CA28 8AR 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 49, CA28 8AR has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £87k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CA28 8AR. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 87,500
3 sales · Mean £ 86,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CA28 8AR has low crime rates — 30 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
St Begh's Catholic Junior School
St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School
Monkwray Junior School
Jericho Primary School
St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School
St James' CofE Junior School
Hensingham Primary School
Kells Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Applegreen0.2 km
- Chicken Shop0.9 km
- Golden Harvest Health Foods0.8 km
- Greggs0.9 km
- Heron Frozen Foods0.9 km
- + 17 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Corner House0.1 km
- Read Guest House0.8 km
- Tivoli Guest House0.7 km
- Chase Hotel0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
27 nearby- Anchor Vaults0.9 km
- Castle Knights0.2 km
- Generations0.9 km
- Joe Bananas0.9 km
- Masonic Hall0.7 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Cafe West0.9 km
- Cross's Cafe0.8 km
- Harbour Youth Project Cafe0.9 km
- Haven Cafe0.9 km
- Jasmine Palace1.0 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- B & M Retail0.4 km
- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.3 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.7 km
- Asda0.7 km
- Iceland Foods Plc0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- Chicken Hut0.9 km
- La Luna1.0 km
- My Chicken1.0 km
- That Food Place0.9 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Corkickle0.1 km
- Whitehaven1.3 km
- Parton3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Corkickle Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CA288AR · Data under Open Government Licence