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About

Mirehouse ward lies on the northern fringe of Whitehaven, characterised by residential housing estates and open green spaces. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of property types and local convenience services catering to the community. Its layout includes several small parks and playing fields, providing recreational areas within the urban setting.

A notable local feature is the presence of the Mirehouse Community Centre, which serves as a focal point for activities. The ward is bordered by agricultural land to the north, marking a transition from town to countryside. Housing here is largely post-war, with some newer developments integrated among the established homes.

Area overview

On average Mirehouse has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 94 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Mirehouse is £44,987 per year. There are 2 schools in Mirehouse: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Mirehouse is home to around 5,481 people, with a population density of about 2,514.7 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
94
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
20.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Mirehouse Population
5,481
Population density
2,514.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
52.91(+42%)
Public order
12.77(+27%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.4(-44%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.03(+12%)
Shoplifting
7.12(+25%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,233
95.49%
Other White
56
1.02%
African
38
0.69%
Other Asian
36
0.66%
White and Asian (mixed)
14
0.26%
Total population: 5,480

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,102
24.59%
Level 4 qualifications or above
981
21.89%
Level 3 (A level)
817
18.23%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
632
14.1%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
491
10.95%
Total 16+ residents: 4,482

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
936
38.14%
Owns with a mortgage
742
30.24%
Other social rented
354
14.43%
Private landlord or letting agency
186
7.58%
Social rents from council
185
7.54%
Total households: 2,454

Property prices in Mirehouse

Based on 56 recent sales, the median property price is £138,750 in Mirehouse area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £480,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Mirehouse 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 Mirehouse over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£304,975
Semi-Detached37£130,000
Terraced11£100,000

10 years median price trend in Mirehouse

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

All postcodes in Mirehouse

CA288HA

Kirkstone Road

CA288DF

Grisedale Close

CA288DQ

Whinlatter Road

CA288DT

Snebro Road

CA288AS

Calder Avenue

CA288BP

Tomlin Avenue

CA288BU

Tomlin Avenue

CA288ER

Meadow Road

CA288HW

Chapel Close

CA288NL

Egremont Road

CA288DE

Whinlatter Road

CA288EN

Steeple Close

CA288ET

Kirkstone Road

CA288AB

Victoria Terrace

CA288JL

Homewood Road

CA287TG

The Gardens

CA288EL

Pillar Road

CA288HP

Honister Road

CA288LB

Rutland Avenue

CA288PA

Cambridge Road

CA288NN

Egremont Road

CA288NQ

Egremont Road

CA288PG

Sneckyeat Road

CA287TU

Mirehouse

CA288BH

Willow Drive

CA288DX

Whinlatter Road

CA288HX

Rowangate

CA288JS

Homewood Drive

CA287TQ

Station Terrace

CA288PB

Cambridge Road

CA288DJ

Whinlatter Road

CA288EG

Link Road

CA288LG

Rutland Avenue

CA288AU

Calder Avenue

CA288HR

Greystone Close

CA288BN

Whinlatter Road

CA288NS

Westmorland Road

CA288HD

Kirkstone Road

CA288DH

Whinlatter Road

CA288DR

Duddon Close

CA288QE

Cartgate Road

CA288QG

Mariners Way

CA288QR

Egremont Road

CA288AE

Foxhouses Road

CA288BS

Tomlin Avenue

CA288PE

Sneckyeat Road

CA288AN

Esk Avenue

CA288AP

Esk Avenue

CA288AX

Calder Avenue

CA288PZ

Brook Bank

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.