Hillcrest Avenue is in Whitehaven and in Copeland district. CA28 6SU is located in the Hillcrest electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillcrest Avenue, Whitehaven, CA28 6SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA28 6SX, CA28 6ST, CA28 6SR, CA28 7SD, CA28 6SZ, CA28 7TW, CA28 6TB, CA28 6TF, CA28 6TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CA28 6SU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents 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) | |
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Female | 51% | 48.5% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
Male | 49% | 51.5% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CA28 6SU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
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Single | 23.5% | 27.1% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 56.5% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
Separated | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
Divorced | 5.9% | 10.3% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
Widowed | 6.6% | 5.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
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Very good health | 52.6% | 59% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 10.6% |
Good health | 34.4% | 30.4% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
Fair health | 9.4% | 8% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
Bad health | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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) | |
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No qualifications | 15.6% | 12.2% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.9% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 14.1% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 7.6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 21.8% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
Degree or Similar | 29.1% | 34.4% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
Other | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
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Indian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
White | 98.6% | 97.6% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 98.5% 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) | |
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United Kingdom | 97.8% | 98.5% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
European Union | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
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Born in the UK | 97.2% | 98.5% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
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United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
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No religion | 27.4% | 37.2% | -9.8% |
Christian | 66.8% | 46.2% | 20.6% |
Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
In 2023, 23 crimes were reported
near Hillcrest Avenue .
79% of streets in the UK are more dangerous.
This street can be considered safe.
The most common type of crime was
violence and sexual offences. Crime rate was measured within a 0.5 mile radius of CA28 6SU. Click here to see crime on map and more crime statistics for CA28 6SU.
Crime statistics are based on data provided by Home Office through data.police.uk under the
Open Government Licence.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2023 |
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Hillcrest House Hillcrest Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-11-30 | £445,051 |
2A Hillcrest Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-07-23 | £286,867 |
4 Hillcrest Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-02-28 | £226,407 |
4 Hillcrest Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2017-10-27 | £199,478 |
6 Hillcrest Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2016-07-26 | £202,532 |
CA28 6SU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
Full-Time Employee | 116 |
Retired | 63 |
Part-Time Employee | 37 |
Self-Employed | 15 |
Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
Looking after home or family | 7 |
Unemployed | 5 |
Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
Other | 0 |
Manufacturing | 53 |
Human health and social work activities | 29 |
Education | 17 |
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 10 |
Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
Construction | 9 |
Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
Real estate activities | 5 |
Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
Other | 2 |
Transport and storage | 1 |
Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
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Jericho Primary School Windsor Court , CA28 6UX | 3out of 4 | 611 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
St Begh's Catholic Junior School Coach Road , CA28 7TE | 3out of 4 | 724 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
St James' CofE Junior School Wellington Row , CA28 7HG | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School High Street , CA28 7PZ | 3out of 4 | 974 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School Esk Avenue , Corkickle CA28 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
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St Benedict's Catholic High School Red Lonning , Hensingham CA28 8UG | 3out of 4 | 939 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
The Whitehaven Academy Cleator Moor Road , CA28 8TY | 1out of 4 | 1,400 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
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Mayfield School Campus Whitehaven , Red Lonning CA28 8UG | 4out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
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Funhouse | Unit 1a, Red Lonning Industrial Estate | 690 yd | |
Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd | Mcdonalds Restaurant Ltd, Bridges Retail Park | 893 yd | |
Salvation Army | The Salvation Army, Catherine Street | 897 yd | |
Whitehaven Golf Club | Red Lonning, Whitehaven | 932 yd | |
Roof Top Cafe | J Dixon & Son Ltd, 9-16 Lowther Street | 1,024 yd |
Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
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Castle Knights | Low Corkickle, Whitehaven | 731 yd | |
Marchon Sports & Social Club | Marchon Sports And Social Club, Coach Road | 825 yd | |
St Beghs Social Centre | St Beghs Social Club, Coach Road | 825 yd | |
Masonic Hall | Duke Street, Whitehaven | 845 yd | |
The Lowther Club | 82 Lowther Street, Whitehaven | 862 yd |
Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
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Granny Wongs | 31 Scotch Street, Whitehaven | 931 yd |
Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
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Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Flatt Walks, Whitehaven | 770 yd | |
B & M Retail | Units 1 & 2, Bridges Retail Park | 893 yd |
Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
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Jericho Primary School WINDSOR COURT | grass pitches | 537 yd |
St Benedicts High School Red Lonning | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 895 yd |
Whitehaven Sports Centre FLATT WALKS | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 912 yd |
Whitehaven Golf Club RED LONNING | golf | 933 yd |
Whitehaven Afc COACH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,047 yd |
Whitehaven Cricket Club WHITEHAVEN CRICKET CLUB WHITEHAVEN CRICKET CLUB RICHMOND TERRACE | grass pitches | 1,083 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% |
Median download speed | 57.4 Mbit/s |
Average download speed | 52.8 Mbit/s |
Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.