Postcode Analysis Warrington, North West

HIGHER LANE, WA13 0BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHER LANE, WA13 0BU.

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Population

509

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 54,300 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WA13 0BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. WA13 0BU's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £1.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WA13 0BU is a sought-after residential area on Higher Lane, 1.0km from Church Green in Lymm. Administratively it sits within Lymm South ward and the Warrington South constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WA13, WA13 0BU offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WA13 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00063135 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA13 0BU. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,230,000

8 sales · Mean £ 1,112,375

Semi-Detached

£ 509,500

2 sales · Mean £ 509,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

WA13 0BU has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences19
Public order1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Lymm High School

Good1938 pupils0.5 km
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Ravenbank Primary School

Outstanding415 pupils0.9 km
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Oughtrington Primary School

Outstanding420 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Shell Lymm Garage0.7 km
  • Motor Fuel Ltd0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Lymm Oughtrington Park C.Club0.4 km
  • The Church Green0.9 km
  • Lymm Rugby Football Club0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Glazebrook6.0 km
  • Birchwood6.0 km
  • Irlam6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodlands Avenue0.2 km
  • Woodlands Avenue0.2 km
  • Oughtrington Lane0.3 km
  • Oughtrington Lane0.3 km
  • Grammar School Road0.4 km