CA14 in Workington, North West England, demonstrates rental market momentum with five-year compound annual growth of 5.5%, substantially outpacing capital appreciation at 2.1% CAGR over the same period. The postcode scores 58.8/100 on trajectory metrics, positioning it in the 90th percentile nationally for growth potential. Currently in a latent gentrification stage, the area presents characteristics typical of emerging markets where rental yields may attract yield-focused investors, though capital growth remains modest. The divergence between rental and price growth patterns suggests evolving rental demand relative to property values, warranting analysis of local employment trends and housing supply dynamics for investors considering exposure to this market segment.
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- 1Property prices up 1.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.5% per year
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What's changing in Workington · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.5 points this month to 58/100, driven mainly by safety.
Workington (CA14) common questions
Is Workington up and coming?
Workington (CA14) has a trajectory score of 58/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 11% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 2.1 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Workington safe?
Workington has a safety score of 41/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Workington?
The average property price in Workington (CA14) is £177k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.8% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Workington?
The median monthly rent in Workington (CA14) is £650 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Workington?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Maryport (CA15), Whitehaven (CA28), Frizington (CA26), Cleator Moor (CA25), Moor Row (CA24). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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