Hensingham, Hillcrest, and Aikbank are residential areas located in the western part of Whitehaven, Cumberland. The neighbourhoods feature a mix of housing, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. Green spaces like Hensingham Park provide recreational areas, while local amenities include schools, shops, and community facilities. The area has strong transport links, with easy access to the A595 and Whitehaven town centre.
Historically, Hensingham was a mining community, and remnants of its industrial past can still be seen in the architecture. Hillcrest and Aikbank offer quieter residential streets with views towards the surrounding countryside. The area serves as a practical base for commuters, with proximity to workplaces in Whitehaven and beyond. Community events and local sports clubs contribute to the area’s social life.
On average Hensingham, Hillcrest & Aikbank has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hensingham, Hillcrest & Aikbank is £43,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Hensingham, Hillcrest & Aikbank: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).
Based on 156 recent sales, the median property price is £170,000 in Hensingham, Hillcrest & Aikbank area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £390,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £267,475; semi-detached at £170,000; terraced at £116,750; flats at £317,500.
10 years price trend in Hensingham, Hillcrest & Aikbank
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Cross Lane
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Wordsworth Road
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Thornton Road
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Balmoral Road
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Rutland Avenue
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Cambridge Road
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Joe Mcbain Avenue
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Overend Road
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Ruskin Drive
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Highfields
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Balmoral Road
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Hensingham Road
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Patterdale Avenue
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Brunlea Drive
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Brunlea Drive
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Windsor Court
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Cartgate Road
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Homewood Drive
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Egremont Road
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Egremont Road
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Sneckyeat Road
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Overend Road
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Wythburn Road
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Moresby Parks Road
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Bransty Road
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Craig Drive
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Loop Road North
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Greenlands Avenue
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Rutland Avenue
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Cambridge Road
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Church Lane
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Ullswater Avenue
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Highfields
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Miterdale Close
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Sandhurst Drive
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Loop Road South
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Moresby Road
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Hensingham, Hillcrest & Aikbank
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Coronation Drive
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Oak Crescent
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Ruskin Drive
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Westmorland Road
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Springfield Grove
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Jubilee Road
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Williamson's Lane
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Coronation Drive
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Earl's Road
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Victoria Road
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Alder Close
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Broom Bank
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Laurel Bank
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Cleator Moor Road
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Miterdale Close
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Cartgate Road
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Mariners Way
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Egremont Road
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Main Street
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Victoria Road
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Rosebank
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Brook Bank
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Ullswater Avenue
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Richmond Hill Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.