About Townhead

Townhead is a small settlement located in Cumbria, England, within the CA15 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Maryport, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The area is characterised by its rural landscape, which includes fields and woodlands, making it suitable for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The community in Townhead is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. Residents benefit from a peaceful environment while being close to the coast, where they can enjoy the scenic views along the Solway Firth. Local transport links connect Townhead to nearby towns, making it convenient for commuting or exploring the surrounding region.

School Ratings in Townhead

Families in Townhead have access to 26 local schools. West Allerdale SureStart Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Townhead

Homes sell for an average of £137K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £101K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Townhead

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Townhead, with 20 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Townhead

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Townhead around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Townhead

Broadband services in Townhead range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,987 sales

Average Price £137K
£1K — £530K
Detached £227K 403
Semi £141K 474
Terraced £101K 988
Flat £84K 33

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

22 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Dearham Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Crosscanonby St John's CofE School Primary Good 1.6 miles Broughton Moor Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Ellenborough Academy Primary 2 miles Netherton Infant School Primary Good 2.1 miles Netherhall School Secondary 2.2 miles West Allerdale SureStart Children's Centre Outstanding 2.2 miles Ewanrigg Junior School Primary 2.2 miles Our Lady and St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Maryport Primary 2.2 miles Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Maryport CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Broughton Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Townhead IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Townhead are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,138 Children (0-15) 17%
14,521 Working Age 59%
7,697 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Townhead 118 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Townhead is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a small town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

53 Violence & Sexual Offences
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Public Order
9 Other Crime
6 Drugs
4 Weapons
2 Other Theft
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Burglary
1 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Cumbria Maryport Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Maryport Train Station 2.4 miles
Flimby Train Station 3.5 miles
Aspatria Train Station 5.4 miles
Workington Train Station 6.4 miles
Harrington Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dearham 0.6 miles Row Brow 0.9 miles Harker Marsh 0.9 miles Kirkborough 1.4 miles Birkby 1.8 miles Broughton Moor 1.8 miles Dovenby 1.8 miles Tallentire 1.9 miles Ellenborough 1.9 miles Crosby 1.9 miles Moor Park 2 miles Greengill 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Allerdale
County Cumbria
Ward Maryport North
Constituency Workington
Parish Maryport
Region North West

Streets in CA15 30 shown View all streets

A596 9 Abbotsford Place 1 Ada Street 1 Alauna Drive 1 Alder Avenue 1 Allanby Street 1 Alne Road 1 Ash Close 1 Ashby Street 1 B5300 5 Back Lane 1 Bank Terrace 1 Beckside 4 Beechwood Close 1 Birch Garth 1 Blooming Heather 1 Bounty Avenue 2 Boyd Street 2 Bradbury Avenue 3 Brook Street 4 Brooklands Avenue 3 Brookside 1 Brow Street 2 Browside Road 1 Buttermere Road 4 Camp Road 4 Camp Street 1 Catherine Street 2 Cedar Crescent 3 Central Road 7

Postcodes in CA15 50 shown View all postcodes

CA15 6AA CA15 6AB CA15 6AE CA15 6AG CA15 6AH CA15 6AJ CA15 6AL CA15 6AN CA15 6AS CA15 6AT CA15 6AU CA15 6AW CA15 6AX CA15 6AZ CA15 6BB CA15 6BD CA15 6BE CA15 6BG CA15 6BH CA15 6BL CA15 6BN CA15 6BP CA15 6BQ CA15 6BS CA15 6BT CA15 6BU CA15 6BY CA15 6DA CA15 6DB CA15 6DD CA15 6DE CA15 6DF CA15 6DG CA15 6DP CA15 6DQ CA15 6DR CA15 6DS CA15 6DT CA15 6DU CA15 6DW CA15 6DX CA15 6DY CA15 6DZ CA15 6EF CA15 6EG CA15 6EH CA15 6EJ CA15 6EL CA15 6EN CA15 6EQ