Dawson Place is in St. Bees and in Cumberland district. CA27 0AE is located in the Egremont North and St Bees electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dawson Place, St. Bees, CA27 0AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA27 0AD, CA27 0AA, CA27 0AF, CA27 0AN, CA27 0AP, CA27 0AR, CA27 0BB, CA27 0AL, CA27 0BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA27 0AE is primarily male, with 53.8% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 46.2% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 52.2% | 53.8% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.1% | 33% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 48.5% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 9.7% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 4.8% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.9% | 53.1% | 1.2% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 31.6% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 10.5% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.4% | 11% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 5.7% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 11% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 18.9% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.9% | 42.3% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 98.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 96.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.6% | 96.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97.8% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.4% | 37.2% | -8.8% |
| Christian | 66.9% | 46.2% | 20.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dawson Place was 39.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.0% lower than the Egremont average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dawson Place has the 27th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Egremont and the 428th lowest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 24.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Dawson Place, St. Bees, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2001-10-28 | £69,836 |
| 2 Dawson Place, St. Bees, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £15,000 | 1995-12-20 | £64,676 |
CA27 0AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CA27 0AE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bees Village Primary School Main Street , CA27 0AA | 3out of 4 | 117 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orgill Primary School Southey Avenue , Orgill CA22 2HH | 3out of 4 | 3,770 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bridget's Catholic Primary School St Bridget's Lane , CA22 2BD | 3out of 4 | 4,099 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bookwell Primary School Bookwell , CA22 2LT | 4out of 4 | 4,398 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Row Community Primary School School Street , CA24 3JW | 3out of 4 | 4,657 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Lakes Academy Main Street , CA22 2DQ | 4out of 4 | 4,424 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bees School Wood Lane , ST BEES CA27 0DS | - not rated | 668 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LuLu's | 134 Main Street, St Bees | 311 yd | |
| St Bees Golf Club | The Clubhouse, St Bees Golf Course | 617 yd | |
| Hartley's Beach Shop & Cafe | Beach Road, St Bees | 923 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oddfellows Arms | 92 Main Street, St Bees | 101 yd | |
| Queens Hotel | 131 Main Street, St Bees | 311 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Bees Village School MAIN STREET | grass pitches | 198 yd |
| St Bees Golf Club PECK MILL | golf | 430 yd |
| St Bees School | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 698 yd |
| Adams Recreation Ground SOMERBY SOMERBY BEACH ROAD | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Egremont (Orgill) (Closed) Ehen Court Road | grass pitches | 753 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.