WA5 0AF is a mixed residential area on Lovely Lane, 0.3km from Bewsey in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Bewsey and Whitecross ward and the Warrington South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 2.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WA5 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00188842 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOVELY LANE, WA5 0AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOVELY LANE, WA5 0AF.
303
39
£ 36,700 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA5 0AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 60% owner-occupation and average age 39, WA5 0AF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 2.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA5 0AF. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 118,500
26 sales · Mean £ 122,084
Semi-Detached
£ 96,000
1 sales · Mean £ 96,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WA5 0AF is moderate at 66 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.
school Local Schools
Bewsey Lodge Primary School
St Alban's Catholic Primary School
Warrington St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Westbrook Old Hall Primary School
St Gregory's Catholic High School
UTC Warrington
Evelyn Street Primary Academy and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Rowlands Pharmacy0.4 km
- P & S Late Shop0.6 km
- PAK World Supermarket0.4 km
- Spar1.0 km
- Spar Texaco0.4 km
- + 22 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Maltings0.7 km
- The Brooklands0.5 km
- The Hatter0.8 km
- The Imperial Hotel0.3 km
- Three Pigeons1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- 9 Curry's @ Villaggio0.4 km
- North West Face Indoor Climbing Centre1.0 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd.0.9 km
- Warrington Wolves RFC Exec1.0 km
- Crunchh0.4 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Il Padrino0.0 km
- Smith's Fish Bar0.6 km
- Subway0.9 km
- Twin Chef0.0 km
- Uncle Don's Fish & Chips0.4 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge Warrington0.9 km
- Heathside Guest House0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.9 km
- Ohayo Asian Supermarket0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Warrington1.0 km
- Warrington Central1.3 km
- Warrington Bank Quay1.4 km
Bus Stops
- Clapgates0.0 km
- Bewsey Road0.1 km
- Bewsey Lodge Primary0.2 km
- Medical Centre0.2 km
- Bewsey Lodge Primary0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WA50AF · Data under Open Government Licence