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Cockermouth North

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About

Cockermouth North ward encompasses the historic core of Cockermouth town, situated at the confluence of the Rivers Cocker and Derwent. The area is defined by its Georgian architecture and medieval street pattern, with Main Street serving as a central thoroughfare. The ward includes residential streets radiating from the commercial centre and extends to the northern edges of the settlement. The landscape is largely urban, with the rivers providing a defining natural boundary to the south and east.

The ward is home to the National Trust-owned Cockermouth Castle, a site with origins in the 13th century. The area's economy is mixed, with independent shops, services, and residential properties. A network of footpaths follows the riverbanks, offering views of the surrounding fells. The annual Cockermouth Rock Festival is a local event held within the ward, drawing visitors to its venues.

Area overview

On average Cockermouth North has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Cockermouth North is £48,160 per year. There are 3 schools in Cockermouth North: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Cockermouth North is home to around 6,499 people, with a population density of about 662.0 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
42
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
18.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cockermouth North Population
6,499
Population density
662 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
22.62(-39%)
Public order
5.39(-47%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.31(-52%)
Shoplifting
3.39(-41%)
Other theft
3.08(-53%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,150
94.62%
Other White
125
1.92%
White and Asian (mixed)
34
0.52%
Indian
26
0.4%
Irish
24
0.37%
Total population: 6,500

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,186
39.64%
Level 3 (A level)
878
15.92%
No qualifications
860
15.6%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
650
11.79%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
446
8.09%
Total 16+ residents: 5,514

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,287
39.98%
Owns with a mortgage
763
23.7%
Other social rented
552
17.15%
Private landlord or letting agency
440
13.67%
Other forms of private rent
74
2.3%
Total households: 3,219

Property prices in Cockermouth North

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £211,250 in Cockermouth North area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £675,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Cockermouth North in the 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 Cockermouth North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached25£340,000
Flats24£122,500
Semi-Detached38£233,000
Terraced33£173,000

10 years median price trend in Cockermouth North

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cockermouth North.

All postcodes in Cockermouth North

CA130ET

The Fallows

CA130DY

Fairfield View

CA139AJ

Windmill Lane

CA139JD

Wasdale Close

CA133BL

South Street

CA139RP

South Street

CA139JX

Main Street

CA139RR

Bridge Street Close

CA130ZG

Wrens Lane

CA130DA

Kirkstone Avenue

CA139HD

Castlegate Drive

CA139QT

Challoner Street

CA139BB

Woodside Avenue

CA139EU

Castlegate

CA139LQ

Main Street

CA139FU

Sandybeck Way

CA139AQ

Windmill Lane

CA139HY

Butts Fold

CA130AD

Fitz Road

CA130DX

Gallowbarrow

CA139GJ

South Street

CA139NZ

Kirkbank

CA139HX

St Helens Street

CA130HY

Laureates Lane

CA139GW

Isel Road

CA139HW

Limetree Crescent

CA139NP

Market Street

CA130BY

Mayo Street

CA139AH

Wordsworth Terrace

CA130ZJ

Williams Grove

CA139QY

Croftside

CA130LG

Cockermouth North

CA130NT

Belle Vue

CA139BG

Kirkfell Avenue

CA130NP

South Street

CA130ES

New Street

CA139WB

South Street

CA130JA

St Leonards Close

CA130GU

Low Road Close

CA139EX

Castlegate

CA139FQ

Pitcairn Close

CA130EY

Derwent Street

CA130XE

Fitz Road

CA139BU

Gable Avenue

CA130WW

The Parklands

CA133BJ

South Street

CA133AJ

South Street

CA139BL

Rydal Drive

CA139JH

Deer Orchard Close

CA139AB

Swinside Close

CA130AN

Fitz Road

CA139AE

Melbreak Avenue

CA130DZ

Fitz View

CA139AA

Meadow Bank Close

CA130JY

The Mount

CA139AN

Melbreak Avenue

CA139RA

Derby Villas

CA139QP

South Street

CA139HL

Oaktree Crescent

CA130JS

Holly Close

CA139NJ

Market Street

CA139HA

Castlegate

CA130ZH

Poets Avenue

CA139BE

Lingfell Avenue

CA139ND

Brewery Lane

CA130JN

Papcastle Road

CA139BH

Slatefell Drive

CA139RG

Rubby Banks Road

CA139JQ

Waste Lane

CA130AF

Romely Place

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.