WA1 is a postcode district in Warrington, North West, covering 753 active and 597 retired postcodes.
The largest share of WA1 (21%) is characterised by a mature suburban street — long-term homeowners, quiet and established, alongside a community-focused area with strong migrant family networks (17%). This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes WA1 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in WA1 are around £350k, down 7.3% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across WA1 at 468 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 42 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full WA1 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
WA1 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the WA1 postcode area.
23,215
42
£ 38,980 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
WA1 is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £350k. Property prices are trending down 7.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Legh Vale Primary School
Rivington Primary School
Ashurst Primary School
Bleak Hill Primary School
Grange Valley Primary School
Newton-le-Willows Primary School
Lyme Community Primary School
Rainford Brook Lodge Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
101 nearby- Mr Brian Whitfield
- Mr Convenience
- Mr Derek Sherlock
- Mr John Dervin
- Brighella's
- + 96 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Holiday Inn
- Paddington House Hotel
- Patten Arms
- Premier Inn & Thyme Restaurant
- Travelodge Warrington
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
110 nearby- 404 Waffles
- Acoustic Cafe Ltd.
- Admiral Casino
- Artisan Bar
- Ask Italian
- + 105 more
Supermarkets
14 nearby- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd
- Tesco
- Aldi Stores Ltd
- Asda Stores Ltd
- B & M Retail Ltd.
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
46 nearby- A Monks Sports Club
- Alford Sports & Social Club
- Apartment Bar
- Austin's Sports Bar
- Babylon
- + 41 more
Takeaway Shop
59 nearby- Anika Indian Takeaway
- Big Portion
- Cafe at the end of the Universe
- Captains Table
- Casa Mexica Ltd.
- + 54 more
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Area Profile: WA1 · Data under Open Government Licence