Is WA2 8NJ a safe place to live?

Yes, WA2 8NJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 20 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in WA2 8NJ?

The average property price in WA2 8NJ is currently around £323k.

What is the population of WA2 8NJ?

The population for the WA2 8NJ area is approximately 463 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Warrington, North West

MYDDLETON LANE, WA2 8NJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MYDDLETON LANE, WA2 8NJ.

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Population

463

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WA2 8NJ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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7/10

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7/10

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9/10

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2/10

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9/10

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6/10

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8/10

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9/10

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Area Character

WA2 8NJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £323k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WA2 8NJ is a safe, established residential area on Myddleton Lane, 0.2km from Winwick in Winwick. Administratively it sits within Burtonwood and Winwick ward and the Warrington North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WA2, WA2 8NJ offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £323k.

Census 2021 statistics for WA2 8NJ are sourced from Output Area E00062891 (shared with 14 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 WA2 8NJ. The average age is 43.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%

Asian / British Asian2.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 272,500

16 sales · Mean £ 290,252

Terraced

£ 84,375

2 sales · Mean £ 84,375

Flat

£ 60,000

2 sales · Mean £ 60,000

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

WA2 8NJ has low crime rates — 20 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 offences16

Public order6

Other theft5

Criminal damage and arson4

Burglary3

school Local Schools

Winwick CofE Primary School

Good190 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Thorougoods0.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Winwick Parish Leisure Centre0.2 km
The Swan0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Newton-Le-Willows2.8 km
Earlestown3.7 km
Padgate3.8 km

Bus Stops

Ilex Avenue0.1 km
Ilex Avenue0.1 km
Post Office0.2 km
Post Office0.2 km
Falcondale Road0.3 km