Duke Street is in Whitehaven and in Cumberland district. CA28 7NP is located in the Bransty electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Duke Street, Whitehaven, CA28 7NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA28 7NT, CA28 7QD, CA28 7PH, CA28 7EU, CA28 7NS, CA28 7NX, CA28 7EX, CA28 7QF, CA28 7NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA28 7NP is primarily male, with 61.7% 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 | 44.5% | 38.3% | -6.2% | 51.0% | -12.7% |
| Male | 55.5% | 61.7% | 6.2% | 49.0% | 12.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CA28 7NP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.3% | 50.4% | 10.1% | 37.9% | 12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 11.8% | 13.6% | 1.8% | 44.2% | -30.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 29.2% | 24% | -5.2% | 9.1% | 14.9% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 4.8% | -9.1% | 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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (42.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 16.4% | 19.5% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -28.9% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 23.4% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -10.2% |
| Fair health | 32.2% | 37.5% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 24.8% |
| Bad health | 19.9% | 17.2% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 13.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
In the area around CA28 7NP this area, 32.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.8% | 32.5% | -13.3% | 18.2% | 14.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 19% | 6.5% | 9.6% | 9.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 11.9% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 7.9% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 7.9% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -9.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 16.7% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.6% | 97.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 89.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 89.8% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 6.3% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 89.8% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.5% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.9% | 76.7% | -22.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 39.1% | 13.5% | 25.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 47.7% | 46.2% | 1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Duke Street was 225.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.2% higher than the Bransty average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Duke Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Bransty and the 47th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Duke Street, Whitehaven, Cumberland Other, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2025-01-08 | £71,860 |
| 33A Duke Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2019-04-05 | £65,040 |
| 31A Duke Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2017-06-14 | £71,694 |
| 41B Duke Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria Other, an established residential building | £70,800 | 2015-02-13 | £87,230 |
| 33A Duke Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2012-05-11 | £79,419 |
CA28 7NP area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Full-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School High Street , CA28 7PZ | 3out of 4 | 280 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' CofE Junior School Wellington Row , CA28 7HG | 3out of 4 | 407 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Begh's Catholic Junior School Coach Road , CA28 7TE | 3out of 4 | 721 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwray Junior School Monkwray Brow , CA28 9DT | 3out of 4 | 1,267 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bransty Primary School Mona Road , Bransty CA28 6EG | 3out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Benedict's Catholic High School Red Lonning , Hensingham CA28 8UG | 3out of 4 | 1,929 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitehaven Academy Cleator Moor Road , CA28 8TY | 1out of 4 | 2,390 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield School Campus Whitehaven , Red Lonning CA28 8UG | 4out of 4 | 2,136 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa A Roma | 132 Queen Street, Whitehaven | 105 yd | |
| Westminster Cafe Bar | 65 Lowther Street, Whitehaven | 171 yd | |
| SIlly Goose | 11 Duke Street, Whitehaven | 186 yd | |
| St Nicholas Centre | St Nicholas Tower, Lowther Street | 217 yd | |
| La Venue | 25 Lowther Street, Whitehaven | 217 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Bananas | 25 Duke Street, Whitehaven | 67 yd | |
| The Three Tuns | Scotch Street, Whitehaven | 114 yd | |
| Shakers | 21 Duke Street, Whitehaven | 133 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | Duke Street, Whitehaven | 165 yd | |
| Yellow Earl | The Yellow Earl, 66 Lowther Street | 176 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granny Wongs | 31 Scotch Street, Whitehaven | 69 yd | |
| Uppercrust | 16 Duke Street, Whitehaven | 133 yd | |
| Oriental House | 18 Duke Street, Whitehaven | 133 yd | |
| Chicken Hut | 17 Duke Street, Whitehaven | 133 yd | |
| La'al Tattie Bar | 103 Duke Street, Whitehaven | 158 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | Tesco Stores Ltd, Bransty Row | 307 yd | |
| B & M Retail | Units 1 & 2, Bridges Retail Park | 516 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Flatt Walks, Whitehaven | 588 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | Iceland Frozen Foods Plc, Preston Street | 731 yd | |
| Asda | Preston Street, Whitehaven | 731 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehaven Sports Centre FLATT WALKS | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 481 yd |
| The Leisure Club (Closed) Howgill Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 500 yd |
| Ymca (Whitehaven) (Closed) Irish Street | 542 yd | |
| Whitehaven Cricket Club WHITEHAVEN CRICKET CLUB WHITEHAVEN CRICKET CLUB RICHMOND TERRACE | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Bransty Playing Field BRANSTY ROAD | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| Whitehaven Afc COACH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Kells Amateur Rugby League Football Club OLD ARROWTHWAITE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,015 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.