Calder Avenue is in Whitehaven and in Cumberland district. CA28 8AS is located in the Mirehouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Copeland. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Calder Avenue, Whitehaven, CA28 8AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA28 8AD, CA28 8GP, CA28 8AE, CA28 8AT, CA28 8AZ, CA28 8AW, CA28 8BJ, CA28 8AP, CA28 7TT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA28 8AS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.8% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.2% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 35.4% | 34.6% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 45.1% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 9.3% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 10.1% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 39.1% | 33.3% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 38.3% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 22.3% | 7.8% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 26.2% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 11.5% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 10.8% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 5.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 17.3% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 21.9% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.7% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 97% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 95.3% | 96.7% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 96.3% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.7% | 37.2% | -16.5% |
| Christian | 71.2% | 46.2% | 25.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Calder Avenue was 373.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 199.5% higher than the Bransty average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Calder Avenue has the 5th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Bransty and the 22nd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 156.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75 Calder Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-04-26 | £110,446 |
| 51 Calder Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumberland Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-04-28 | £187,520 |
| 79 Calder Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-02-24 | £132,664 |
| 63 Calder Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-09-11 | £163,028 |
| 79 Calder Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2016-06-10 | £141,062 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CA28 8AS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Begh's Catholic Junior School Coach Road , CA28 7TE | 3out of 4 | 327 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School Esk Avenue , Corkickle CA28 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwray Junior School Monkwray Brow , CA28 9DT | 3out of 4 | 735 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jericho Primary School Windsor Court , CA28 6UX | 3out of 4 | 898 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School High Street , CA28 7PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,401 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitehaven Academy Cleator Moor Road , CA28 8TY | 1out of 4 | 1,647 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 | 1,685 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd | Mcdonalds Restaurant Ltd, Bridges Retail Park | 595 yd | |
| Salvation Army | The Salvation Army, Catherine Street | 817 yd | |
| Roof Top Cafe | J Dixon & Son Ltd, 9-16 Lowther Street | 909 yd | |
| Westminster Cafe Bar | 65 Lowther Street, Whitehaven | 947 yd | |
| Darling Manor | 139 Queen Street, Whitehaven | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marchon Sports & Social Club | Marchon Sports And Social Club, Coach Road | 398 yd | |
| St Beghs Social Centre | St Beghs Social Club, Coach Road | 398 yd | |
| Castle Knights | Low Corkickle, Whitehaven | 413 yd | |
| Whitehaven RLFC | Recreation Ground, Coach Road | 529 yd | |
| Whitehaven Social Welfare Centre | Coach Road, Whitehaven | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Chippy | 29 Main Street, Hensingham | 948 yd | |
| Granny Wongs | 31 Scotch Street, Whitehaven | 992 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 46-47 Market Place, Whitehaven | 1,090 yd | |
| That Food Place | 43 Market Place, Whitehaven | 1,090 yd | |
| New Hong Kong Express | 50 Market Place, Whitehaven | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Flatt Walks, Whitehaven | 468 yd | |
| B & M Retail | Units 1 & 2, Bridges Retail Park | 595 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | Iceland Frozen Foods Plc, Preston Street | 870 yd | |
| Asda | Preston Street, Whitehaven | 870 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Preston Street | 870 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehaven Afc COACH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 420 yd |
| Whitehaven Rugby League Football Club WHITEHAVEN RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB WHITEHAVEN RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB COACH ROAD | grass pitches | 492 yd |
| Whitehaven Sports Centre FLATT WALKS | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 635 yd |
| Whitehaven Cricket Club WHITEHAVEN CRICKET CLUB WHITEHAVEN CRICKET CLUB RICHMOND TERRACE | grass pitches | 742 yd |
| Jericho Primary School WINDSOR COURT | grass pitches | 808 yd |
| The Leisure Club (Closed) Howgill Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 960 yd |
| Ymca (Whitehaven) (Closed) Irish Street | 975 yd | |
| Kells Amateur Rugby League Football Club OLD ARROWTHWAITE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,027 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.24 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.