Postcode Analysis Warrington, North West

NEW ROAD, WA4 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW ROAD, WA4 1BS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

167

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 38,700 /yr

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Employed

27%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WA4 1BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

With 75% social renting, WA4 1BS is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 54-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

WA4 1BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on New Road, 0.7km from Warrington in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Latchford West ward and the Warrington South constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WA4 1BS is an older retirement area, many residents well beyond working age. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 75% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for WA4 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00063087 (shared with 5 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 WA4 1BS. The average age is 54.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.7%
Asian / British Asian5.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

27%Active
FT: 16%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

Crime around WA4 1BS is moderate at 83 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences146
Drugs36
Public order30
Anti-social behaviour28
Shoplifting25

school Local Schools

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Latchford St James CofE Primary School

Good178 pupils0.2 km
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UTC Warrington

Good208 pupils1.1 km
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Our Lady's Catholic Primary School

Good163 pupils1.1 km
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St Elphin's (Fairfield) CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good385 pupils1.1 km
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Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School

Good693 pupils1.5 km
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Alderman Bolton Primary School

Good294 pupils1.5 km
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St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

Good152 pupils1.5 km
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Cardinal Newman Catholic High School

Good811 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

73 nearby
  • Bars 2 You0.8 km
  • Burger Joint0.8 km
  • Baker J's Pie & Sandwich Co.0.6 km
  • M M Newsagent0.6 km
  • Petit Francais0.6 km
  • + 68 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

44 nearby
  • Babylon0.6 km
  • Friars Court0.6 km
  • Reef0.6 km
  • The Brass Monkey0.7 km
  • The Palmyra0.9 km
  • + 39 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

89 nearby
  • Cafe at the end of the Universe0.6 km
  • Hidden Wonderland0.6 km
  • Liquor Library0.7 km
  • New Eastern Point0.6 km
  • Shawarna & More0.6 km
  • + 84 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

45 nearby
  • Casa Mexica Ltd.0.6 km
  • Cotto Pasta Kitchen0.6 km
  • Culture Warrington0.8 km
  • Flame Grill House0.6 km
  • Full Stop0.6 km
  • + 40 more
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Supermarkets

9 nearby
  • Heron Foods0.7 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • B & M Retail Ltd.0.3 km
  • Farmfoods0.9 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Village Hotel (Catering)0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Warrington Central1.0 km
  • Warrington1.1 km
  • Warrington Bank Quay1.1 km

Bus Stops

  • St Mary's Street0.0 km
  • St Mary's Street0.1 km
  • Cenotaph0.2 km
  • Cenotaph0.2 km
  • Bus Depot0.4 km