Honister Road is in Whitehaven and in Cumberland district. CA28 8HS 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 Honister Road, Whitehaven, CA28 8HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CA28 8ER, CA28 8EZ, CA28 8HR, CA28 8EP, CA28 8ES, CA28 8ET, CA28 8HP, CA28 8BW, CA28 8EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CA28 8HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 50.6% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.4% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 29.2% | 36.9% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 44.6% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8% | 8.1% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 16.5% | 9% | -7.5% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 45.2% | 40.8% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 25.2% | 33.7% | 8.5% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 15% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 10% | 7.9% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 8HS this area, 28.3% 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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.1% | 28.3% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 11.9% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 18.7% | 6.4% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 14.6% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 15.5% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
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 | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.5% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.3% | 95.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 95.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.3% | 37.2% | -9.9% |
| Christian | 68.9% | 46.2% | 22.7% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Honister Road was 66.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% higher than the Egremont North and St Bees average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Honister Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Egremont North and St Bees and the 302nd highest crime rate of 917 local areas in Cumberland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Honister Road, Whitehaven, Cumberland Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-07-11 | £145,401 |
| 23 Honister Road, Whitehaven, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-06-26 | £143,516 |
| 28 Honister Road, Whitehaven, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-05-30 | £163,411 |
| 28 Honister Road, Whitehaven, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-05-30 | £163,411 |
| 2 Honister Road, Whitehaven, Cumberland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £201,000 | 2024-12-06 | £207,011 |
CA28 8HS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| 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 | 4out of 4 | 4,654 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Primary School and Nursery Whinlatter Road , CA28 8DA | 3out of 4 | 181 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 | 1,371 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hensingham Primary School Main Street , CA28 8QZ | - not rated | 1,380 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jericho Primary School Windsor Court , CA28 6UX | 3out of 4 | 1,920 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwray Junior School Monkwray Brow , CA28 9DT | 3out of 4 | 1,967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitehaven Academy Cleator Moor Road , CA28 8TY | 1out of 4 | 1,855 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic High School Red Lonning , Hensingham CA28 8UG | 3out of 4 | 2,231 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 2,462 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bees School Wood Lane , ST BEES CA27 0DS | - not rated | 4,114 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 | 67 yd | |
| The Restaurant | West Cumberland Hospital, Homewood Road | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirehouse Labour Social Club | Honister Road, Whitehaven | 136 yd | |
| St Benedicts RUFC | Newlands Avenue, Whitehaven | 560 yd | |
| Greenbank P & M Club | Greenbank P And M Club, Greenbank Avenue | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Indian | 61B Meadow Road, Whitehaven | 67 yd | |
| Ocean Treasures | 61 Meadow Road, Whitehaven | 67 yd | |
| Cod & Co | 65 Meadow Road, Whitehaven | 67 yd | |
| Peking House | 42 - 42A, Sneckyeat Road | 888 yd | |
| Deja Brew | Unit 3a, Sneckyeat Road Industrial Estate | 1,003 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Primary School And Nursery Whinlatter Road | grass pitches | 270 yd |
| St Benedict'S Rugby Union Football Club NEWLANDS AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Mirehouse Football Club NEWLANDS AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 660 yd |
| Greenbank GREENBANK AVENUE | grass pitches | 985 yd |
| Powerhouse And Phoenix UNIT 4C UNIT 4C SNECKYEAT ROAD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 1,000 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 | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.