Tomlin Avenue is in Whitehaven and in Cumberland district. CA28 8BU 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 Tomlin Avenue, Whitehaven, CA28 8BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA28 8DG, CA28 8BX, CA28 8BT, CA28 8DQ, CA28 8DF, CA28 8DE, CA28 8BS, CA28 8BY, CA28 8EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CA28 8BU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 52% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 47% | 48% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 33% | 30.7% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 50.7% | 4.6% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10% | 6% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 10.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 | 43.9% | 44.2% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 32.8% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 15% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 8BU this area, 28.8% 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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.6% | 28.8% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 11.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 13.5% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 10.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 16.3% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 16.3% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 97.1% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 98.1% | 98.2% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.2% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.2% | 37.2% | -19.0% |
| Christian | 77.5% | 46.2% | 31.3% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tomlin Avenue was 69.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.3% higher than the Egremont North and St Bees average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tomlin Avenue has the 13th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Egremont North and St Bees and the 279th highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 152.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114 Tomlin Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2026-01-30 | £79,075 |
| 65 Tomlin Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,000 | 2021-07-14 | £101,660 |
| 112 Tomlin Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2017-09-01 | £150,462 |
| 110 Tomlin Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2015-08-21 | £139,785 |
| 67 Tomlin Avenue, Whitehaven, Cumbria Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2015-07-29 | £132,437 |
CA28 8BU 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 | 69 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleator Moor Nursery School Ennerdale Road , Wath Brow CA25 5LW | 2out of 4 | 4,941 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Infant School and Nursery Whinlatter Road , CA28 8DA | - not rated | 321 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Primary School and Nursery Whinlatter Road , CA28 8DA | 3out of 4 | 321 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School Esk Avenue , Corkickle CA28 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 912 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley Junior School Whinlatter Road , Mirehouse CA28 8BD | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hensingham Community Primary School Main Street , CA28 8QZ | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitehaven Academy Cleator Moor Road , CA28 8TY | 3out of 4 | 1,645 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Whitehaven Academy Cleator Moor Road , Hensingham CA28 8TY | - not rated | 1,645 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehaven School Cleator Moor Road , Hensingham CA28 8TY | - not rated | 1,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic High School Red Lonning , Hensingham CA28 8UG | 3out of 4 | 1,921 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ehenside Community School Towerson Street , CA23 3EL | - not rated | 5,007 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College House Flatt Walks , CA28 7RW | - not rated | 1,869 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingwell School , CA24 3JZ | - not rated | 1,971 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Campus Whitehaven , Red Lonning CA28 8UG | 4out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bees School , CA27 0DS | - not rated | 4,456 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bees School Wood Lane , ST BEES CA27 0DS | - not rated | 4,456 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top of the Shops Cafe | Meadow Road, Whitehaven | 511 yd | |
| The Restaurant | West Cumberland Hospital, Homewood Road | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Benedicts RUFC | Newlands Avenue, Whitehaven | 338 yd | |
| Mirehouse Labour Social Club | Honister Road, Whitehaven | 650 yd | |
| Greenbank P & M Club | Greenbank P And M Club, Greenbank Avenue | 794 yd | |
| Sun Inn | Main Street, Hensingham | 877 yd | |
| The Globe | 95 Main Street, Hensingham | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Indian | 61B Meadow Road, Whitehaven | 511 yd | |
| Ocean Treasures | 61 Meadow Road, Whitehaven | 511 yd | |
| Cod & Co | 65 Meadow Road, Whitehaven | 511 yd | |
| Peking House | 42 - 42A, Sneckyeat Road | 836 yd | |
| Cottage Chippy | 29 Main Street, Hensingham | 941 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Benedict'S Rugby Union Football Club NEWLANDS AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 284 yd |
| Mirehouse Football Club NEWLANDS AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 312 yd |
| Valley Primary School And Nursery Whinlatter Road | grass pitches | 320 yd |
| Greenbank GREENBANK AVENUE | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Powerhouse And Phoenix UNIT 4C UNIT 4C SNECKYEAT ROAD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 978 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.