Area Info for Whitehaven (Cumbria)

Whitehaven (Cumbria, UK)

Whitehaven is a historic port town located in the county of Cumbria, in the northwest of England. It is situated on the coast of the Irish Sea and is known for its maritime heritage and Georgian architecture. The town has a rich history dating back to the 17th century when it was established as a planned harbour town to facilitate coal export from the local mines.

History and Development

Whitehaven was founded in the late 17th century, with its development driven by the coal industry. The town was designed with a grid-like street pattern, which was relatively advanced for its time, reflecting its planned origins. The harbour played a significant role in trade and shipping, contributing to Whitehaven's growth as a commercial centre. Over the years, the town expanded and modernised, maintaining its importance as a port and industrial hub.

Geography and Location

The town is located on the Cumbrian coast, approximately 28 miles southwest of Carlisle and 20 miles northwest of Workington. It is part of the Copeland Borough and is close to the Lake District National Park, making it a popular destination for visitors exploring the region.

Economy and Industry

Historically, Whitehaven's economy was heavily reliant on coal mining and shipping. Although the coal industry has declined, the town has diversified into tourism, retail, and service sectors. The harbour area remains a focal point for leisure activities and maritime events.

Landmarks and Attractions

Notable landmarks include the Georgian Harbour, the historic Whitehaven Marina, and the Workington Hall ruins nearby. The town also features several museums and galleries that showcase its maritime and industrial history. The surrounding area offers scenic coastal views and access to outdoor activities.

Transport

Whitehaven is served by a railway station providing connections to other parts of Cumbria and beyond. The town is accessible via the A595 road, which links it to the M6 motorway. Public transport options include buses that connect Whitehaven with neighbouring towns and villages.

Community and Culture

The town hosts various community events and festivals throughout the year, celebrating its maritime heritage and local culture. There are also several parks and recreational facilities that serve residents and visitors alike.
Education
School
St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School0.00 miles
Esk Avenue, Corkickle, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8AJ
St Begh's Catholic Junior School0.46 miles
Coach Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7TE
Jericho Primary School0.50 miles
Windsor Court, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6UX
Hensingham Community Primary School0.53 miles
Main Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8QZ
Monkwray Junior School0.53 miles
Monkwray Brow, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9DT
Valley Primary School and Nursery0.73 miles
Whinlatter Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8DA
Kells Infant School0.76 miles
High Road, Kells, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PQ
The Whitehaven Academy0.79 miles
Cleator Moor Road, Hensingham, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8TY
Mayfield School0.83 miles
Moresby Road, Hensingham, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8TU
St Mary's Catholic Primary School0.83 miles
High Road, Kells, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PG
St Benedict's Catholic High School0.96 miles
Red Lonning, Hensingham, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UG
St James' CofE Infant School0.96 miles
High Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7PZ
St James' CofE Junior School0.99 miles
Wellington Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7HG
Bransty Primary School1.50 miles
Mona Road, Bransty, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6EG
Moresby Primary School1.96 miles
Moresby Parks, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UX
Moor Row Community Primary School2.18 miles
Moor Row, Cumbria, CA24 3JW
Health
Clinic
Flatt Walks (Mental Health Clinics)0.61 miles
Flatt Walks Health Centre, 3 Castle Meadows, Whitehaven, CA28 7QE
Yewdale Ward0.77 miles
West Cumberland Hospital, Hensingham, Whitehaven, CA28 8JG
Copeland Unit0.77 miles
West Cumberland Hospital, Hensingham, Whitehaven, CA28 8JG
Workington Older Peoples Service Cmht5.99 miles
Lillyhall Business Ctr Unit 20-22, Jubilee Road, Workington, CA14 4HA
Thirlmere Suite6.81 miles
Thirlmere Building, 50 Lakes Road, Derwent Howe Industrial Estate, Workington, CA14 3YP
The Elms7.03 miles
Infirmary Road, Workington, CA14 2UG
Assertive Outreach Workington7.32 miles
76 John Street,, Workington, CA14 3BT
Park Lane (Mental Health Clinics)7.36 miles
Community Mental Health Centre, Park Lane, Workington, CA14 2RR
Spire Workington Clinic7.41 miles
Park Lane, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2RN
Oxford Street (Mental Health Clinics)7.43 miles
20 Oxford Street,, Workington, CA14 2AJ
Cumbria Medical Services Limited11.61 miles
1A, Lakeland Business Park, Lamplugh Rd, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0QT
Lakeland Dialysis Ltd HQ11.63 miles
Unit 7E, Lakeland Business Park, Lamplugh Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0QT
Cumbria Medical Services (Cockermouth)11.63 miles
1A, Lakeland Business Park, Lamplugh Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0QT
Derwent House12.22 miles
Wakefield Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0HZ
Cockermouth Hospital & Health Centre12.53 miles
Isel Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9HT
Keswick Minor Injury Unit18.18 miles
Mary Hewetson Community Hospital, Crosthwaite Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5PH
GP
Fellview Healthcare Ltd0.61 miles
Flatt Walks Surgery, 3 Castle Meadows, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7QE
Lowther Medical Centre0.63 miles
1 Castle Meadows, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7RG
Whitehaven Medical Centre0.67 miles
Catherine Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, Whitehaven, CA28 7PA
Catherine Street Surgery0.71 miles
3 Catherine Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7PD
Queen Street Medical Practice0.78 miles
Richard Benedict House, 149 Queen Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7BA
Fellview Healthcare Ltd2.68 miles
Cleator Moor Health Centre, Birks Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5HP
Fellview Healthcare Ltd3.30 miles
Griffin Close Surgery, Griffin Close, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3SH
Westcroft House4.24 miles
66 Main Street, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2DB
Fellview Healthcare Ltd4.25 miles
Beech House Surgery, St Bridget�s Lane, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2BD
Hinnings Road Surgery4.26 miles
Hinnings Road, Distington, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5UR
Solway Health Services7.36 miles
Park Lane, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2RW
Beechwood Group Practice7.37 miles
57 John Street, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3FT
Oxford Street Surgery7.43 miles
20 Oxford Street, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2AJ
James Street Group Practice7.49 miles
James Street, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2DL
Orchard House Surgery7.54 miles
Ann Burrow Thomas Health Centre, South William Street, Workington, CA14 2EW
Seascale Health Centre10.48 miles
Gosforth Road, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1PN
Hospital
West Cumberland Hospital0.77 miles
Homewood, Hensingham, Whitehaven, CA28 8JG
Workington Community Hospital7.36 miles
Park Lane, Workington, CA14 2RW
Victoria Cottage Hospital12.18 miles
Ewanrigg Road, Maryport, CA15 8EJ
Cockermouth Community Hospital12.53 miles
Isel Road, Cockermouth, CA13 9HT
Millom Hospital25.93 miles
Lapstone Road, Millom, LA18 4BY
Wigton Community Hospital25.96 miles
Cross Lane, Wigton, CA7 9DD
Furness General Hospital31.46 miles
Dalton Lane, Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 4LF
Cumberland Infirmary35.08 miles
Newtown Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 7HY
Pharmacy
Morrisons Pharmacy0.51 miles
Flatt Walks, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7RW
Whitehaven Late Night Pharmacy0.83 miles
Unit 1, Lowther Buildings, Lowther Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7DG
Seacliffe Pharmacy0.83 miles
High Road, Kells, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PG
Mirehouse Pharmacy0.84 miles
59 Meadow Road, Mirehouse, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8ER
Boots0.86 miles
26 King Street, Whitehaven, CA28 7JN
W Fare Ltd0.88 miles
71-73 Market Place, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7JG
Tesco In Store Pharmacy1.17 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, Bransty Row, North Shore, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7XY
Murray's Pharmacy2.66 miles
Cleator Moor Health Ctr, Birks Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5HP
Boots3.37 miles
6-8 Main Street, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3SA
Boots4.24 miles
67-68 Main Street, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2DB
Murray's Pharmacy4.34 miles
31 Market Place, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2AG
Harrington Pharmacy5.28 miles
25 Church Road, Harrington, Workington, CA14 5QA
Moorclose Pharmacy6.44 miles
Unit 6,Moorclose Rd/About, 138 westfield drive, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3RW
Sandham Jh7.16 miles
64-66 Harrington Road, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3EF
Whelan Fc Chemist Ltd7.32 miles
70-74 John Street, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3BT
Tuschem Ltd7.36 miles
Workington Community Hosp, Park Lane, Workington, CA14 2RW
Leisure
Park
ST BEES HEAD2.40 miles
LONGLAND LAKE3.24 miles
HIGH LEYS5.13 miles
HARRINGTON RESERVOIR5.76 miles
MOSSBAY6.08 miles
MOORCLOSE COMMUNITY GREEN6.51 miles
WORKINGTON HALL (Grade II Listed)7.33 miles
SIDDICK POND8.25 miles
SANDYBECK MEADOW11.36 miles
HALLSENNA MOOR11.50 miles
DRIGG DUNES AND GULLERY, RAVENGLASS14.52 miles
WHINLATTER FOREST PARK14.72 miles
MUNCASTER CASTLE (Grade II* Listed)14.86 miles
BASSENTHWAITE LAKE16.62 miles
LAKE DISTRICT19.38 miles
THORNHILL MOSS & MEADOWS23.03 miles
Shop
Groceries
Nisa Local0.28 miles
Four Seasons, Whinlatter Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8DJ
Morrisons Whitehaven0.51 miles
Flatt Walks, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7RJ
SPAR Whitehaven0.62 miles
Richmond Hill Road, Hensingham, Cumbria, CA28 8SU
ALDI Preston Street0.62 miles
Whitehaven, CA28 9DL
ASDA Whitehaven0.63 miles
Preston Street, Whitehaven, CA28 9DL
Co-op Whitehaven0.66 miles
Seacliffe, CA28 9PY
Iceland Whitehaven0.66 miles
Retail Park, Preston Street, Whitehaven, CA28 9DL
Woodhouse Convenience Store0.67 miles
Woodhouse Road, Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 9LL
Woodend Stores Ltd0.82 miles
93 Scotch Street, Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 7NS
Mirehouse Shop0.84 miles
63 Meadow Road, Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 8ER
Tesco Whitehaven (Superstore)1.14 miles
Bransty Row, North Shore, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7XY
SPAR Pelican Service Station1.53 miles
Spar Store, Pelican Service Station, Cumbria, CA28 6EA
Nisa1.99 miles
Leconfield St, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5QG
Co-op Cleator Moor2.34 miles
Cleator Moor, CA25 5PX
SPAR Bigrigg2.65 miles
Parkhouse Service Station, Bigrigg, Cumbria, CA22 2TL
Wath Brow Convenience Store3.20 miles
Enerdale Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5LP
Transport
Bus Stop
Bleng Avenue (NW)0.04 miles
Calder Avenue (S)0.06 miles
Snebro Beck (N)0.11 miles
Snebro Beck (S)0.13 miles
Foxhouses Road (S)0.13 miles
Irt Avenue (N)0.15 miles
Snebro Road (S)0.17 miles
Snebro Road (N)0.17 miles
Ehen Avenue (NW)0.22 miles
Snebro Road (N)0.24 miles
Ehen Avenue (SE)0.25 miles
Snebro Road (S)0.26 miles
Hensingham Road (SE)0.26 miles
Cemetery (S)0.27 miles
Cemetery (N)0.28 miles
Low Road (E)0.30 miles
Ferry Port
High Brandelhow Ferry Landing16.92 miles
Hawes End Derwentwater Ferry Landing17.01 miles
Low Brandelhow Derwentwater Ferry Landing17.05 miles
Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing17.39 miles
Lodore Falls Derwentwater Ferry Landing17.68 miles
Keswick Ferry Landing17.96 miles
Ashness Gate Derwentwater Ferry Landing18.02 miles
Coniston Ferry Landing23.80 miles
Waterhead Hotel (Coniston) Ferry Landing23.85 miles
Monk Coniston Ferry Landing23.94 miles
Torver (Coniston) Ferry Landing24.09 miles
Brantwood (Coniston) Ferry Landing24.34 miles
Sunny Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing24.68 miles
Glenridding Ullswater Ferry Landing25.42 miles
Water Park (Coniston) Ferry Landing25.45 miles
Lake Bank (Coniston) Ferry Landing25.46 miles
Railway Station
Corkickle Rail Station0.34 miles
Whitehaven Rail Station1.14 miles
Parton Rail Station2.28 miles
St Bees Rail Station3.14 miles
Harrington Rail Station5.28 miles
Nethertown Rail Station5.62 miles
Braystones Rail Station6.93 miles
Workington Rail Station7.48 miles
Sellafield Rail Station8.78 miles
Seascale Rail Station10.47 miles
Flimby Rail Station10.77 miles
Drigg Rail Station12.33 miles
Maryport Rail Station12.48 miles
Ravenglass Rail Station14.27 miles
Aspatria Rail Station18.20 miles
Bootle (Cumbria) Rail Station18.54 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (CA28 8A*)
Number of Properties in Catchment337
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
50, LEATHWAITE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7UG		£235,000
2025-06-16
semidetached
freehold
WHITEHAVEN CASTLE (FLAT 15), FLATT WALKS

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7RA		£135,000
2025-06-11
flatmaisonette
leasehold
11, CLITHEROE DRIVE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7SB		£250,000
2025-05-23
semidetached
freehold
36, SNEBRO ROAD

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 8DT		£115,000
2025-05-15
terraced
freehold
HOWGILL COURT (FLAT 5), HOWGILL STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7QN		£80,000
2025-05-14
flatmaisonette
leasehold
59, BURNMOOR AVENUE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 9JW		£123,000
2025-05-09
semidetached
freehold
17, GREENLANDS AVENUE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6TY		£175,000
2025-04-14
semidetached
freehold
11, ASHLEIGH PLACE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6TP		£220,000
2025-03-31
semidetached
freehold
5, PARK DRIVE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7RT		£211,000
2025-03-28
semidetached
freehold
14, MEADOW VIEW

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 9HN		£180,000
2025-03-28
terraced
freehold
HILARY COURT (3), CATHERINE STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7SN		£152,000
2025-03-28
flatmaisonette
leasehold
52, VALLEY PARK

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 8BA		£235,000
2025-03-27
semidetached
freehold
22, MILL STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7QS		£125,000
2025-03-25
terraced
freehold
8, SCAFELL CLOSE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 8DS		£100,000
2025-03-21
terraced
freehold
11, RICHMOND TERRACE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7QR		£185,000
2024-12-18
terraced
freehold
66, LAUREL BANK

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6SW		£225,000
2024-12-06
detached
freehold
71, LOWTHER STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7AH		£225,000
2024-10-23
otherPropertyType
freehold
10, SPRINGBANK

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6TX		£180,000
2024-09-17
detached
freehold
GARLIESTON HOUSE (FLAT C), GARLIESTON COURT

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 8BJ		£175,000
2025-03-21
flatmaisonette
leasehold
6, SPRINGBANK

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6TX		£325,000
2025-03-03
detached
freehold
4, BROOM BANK

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6SB		£285,000
2025-02-13
detached
freehold
4, WOODSTOCK LANE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7BH		£117,000
2025-02-10
flatmaisonette
leasehold
15, CHURCH STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7AY		£55,000
2025-01-17
terraced
freehold
65, BURNMOOR AVENUE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 9JW		£98,500
2024-10-24
semidetached
freehold
11, MILL STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7QS		£80,000
2024-08-27
terraced
freehold
WHITEHAVEN CASTLE (FLAT 18), FLATT WALKS

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7RA		£90,000
2025-01-17
flatmaisonette
leasehold
9, GREENLANDS AVENUE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6TY		£167,000
2025-01-10
semidetached
freehold
41, DUKE STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7NP		£72,000
2025-01-08
otherPropertyType
freehold
36, TOWER HILL

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7UE		£195,000
2025-01-03
semidetached
freehold
6, WORDSWORTH ROAD

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6UA		£176,000
2024-12-16
semidetached
freehold
5, CASTLE MEWS

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7RE		£285,000
2024-12-13
flatmaisonette
leasehold
5, IRISH STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7BY		£125,000
2024-12-06
terraced
freehold
105, CALDER AVENUE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 8AU		£166,000
2024-12-06
semidetached
freehold
19, MILL STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7QS		£70,000
2024-12-06
terraced
freehold
73, LEATHWAITE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7UG		£270,000
2024-11-29
semidetached
freehold
17, LEATHWAITE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7UG		£245,000
2024-11-29
semidetached
freehold
6, SPRINGFIELD AVENUE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6TT		£188,000
2024-11-29
semidetached
freehold
49, VALLEY PARK

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 8BA		£215,000
2024-11-25
semidetached
freehold
1, STATION TERRACE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7TQ		£94,000
2024-11-19
terraced
freehold
4, WORDSWORTH ROAD

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6UA		£179,950
2024-11-18
semidetached
freehold
17, LAUREL BANK

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 6SW		£230,000
2024-11-08
detached
freehold
10, LOOP ROAD SOUTH

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7TN		£212,500
2024-10-23
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2024-10-23   £225,000
CATHERINE MILL (FLAT 15), CATHERINE STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7QT		£73,000
2024-08-09
flatmaisonette
leasehold
8, SCOTCH STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7BJ		£67,000
2024-07-30
terraced
freehold
122, QUEEN STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7QF		£100,000
2024-05-22
otherPropertyType
leasehold
ROPER COURT (FLAT 2), ROPER STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7BS		£62,000
2024-04-24
flatmaisonette
leasehold
FALCON COURT (APARTMENT 10), IRISH STREET

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7BF		£151,000
2024-11-15
flatmaisonette
leasehold
3, TEMPLE TERRACE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 7PB		£90,000
2024-11-08
terraced
freehold
9, CORKICKLE

WHITEHAVEN
CUMBERLAND
CA28 8AA		£350,000
2024-11-05
semidetached
freehold
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