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Cleator Moor West

About

Cleator Moor West is a ward located in the western part of Cumberland, England. It is part of the town of Cleator Moor, which has a history tied to mining and industrial development. The area features a mix of residential housing, local businesses, and green spaces. The ward is bordered by rural landscapes, providing a contrast to its urban core.

Transport links include roads connecting to nearby towns like Whitehaven and Egremont. The ward has community facilities such as schools, parks, and sports clubs. Cleator Moor West reflects the broader changes in the region, with a shift from heavy industry to a more service-based economy. The population is a mix of long-term residents and newer arrivals, contributing to its evolving character.

Area overview

On average Cleator Moor West has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cleator Moor West is £37,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Cleator Moor West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Cleator Moor West Population

5,850

Population density

503 per km²

Demographics

British

5,673

97.02%

Other White

0.72%

Indian

0.51%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.32%

Irish

0.22%

Total population: 5,847

Housing

Owns outright

1,016

36.8%

Owns with a mortgage

785

28.43%

Other social rented

455

16.48%

Private landlord or letting agency

307

11.12%

Social rents from council

131

4.74%

Total households: 2,761

Property prices in Cleator Moor West

Based on 60 recent sales, the median property price is £127,000 in Cleator Moor West area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,500 up to £465,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Cleator Moor West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	20	£252,500	£159,500	£200,000	£365,500	£421,300
Flats	1	£145,000	£145,000	£145,000	£145,000	£145,000
Semi-Detached	10	£142,000	£86,750	£117,500	£223,750	£294,600
Terraced	29	£96,000	£59,200	£82,000	£115,000	£138,980

10 years median price trend in Cleator Moor West

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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