Postcode Analysis Copeland, North West

CALDER AVENUE, CA28 8AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CALDER AVENUE, CA28 8AR.

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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 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.

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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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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.

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

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.

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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

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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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.

Violence and sexual offences36
Anti-social behaviour11
Shoplifting11
Public order10
Criminal damage and arson9

school Local Schools

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St Begh's Catholic Junior School

Good242 pupils0.2 km
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St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School

Good308 pupils0.5 km
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Monkwray Junior School

Good107 pupils0.7 km
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Jericho Primary School

Good425 pupils0.9 km
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St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School

Good143 pupils1.0 km
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St James' CofE Junior School

Good162 pupils1.1 km
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Hensingham Primary School

Inadequate157 pupils1.1 km
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Kells Infant School

Outstanding116 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
local_bar

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

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
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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
fastfood

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