WA5 0BZ is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Longshaw Street, 0.2km from Bewsey Estate in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Bewsey and Whitecross ward and the Warrington South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WA5 0BZ is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The community skews young professional (average age 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £185k.
Census 2021 statistics for WA5 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00062829 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONGSHAW STREET, WA5 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGSHAW STREET, WA5 0BZ.
494
30
£ 36,700 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA5 0BZ 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.
Area Character
WA5 0BZ has a significant social housing presence — 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 30-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA5 0BZ. The average age is 29.9. 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 & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 134,500
3 sales · Mean £ 135,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WA5 0BZ is moderate at 67 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
Dallam Community Primary School
Warrington St Ann's CofE Primary School
UTC Warrington
Warrington St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Beamont Collegiate Academy
Westbrook Old Hall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.3 km
- P & S Late Shop0.1 km
- PAK World Supermarket0.6 km
- Spar Texaco1.0 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Maltings0.9 km
- The Rodney0.9 km
- The Wolves Tavern1.0 km
- The Imperial Hotel0.5 km
- Three Pigeons1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- 9 Curry's @ Villaggio0.3 km
- Bap Fusion0.8 km
- North West Face Indoor Climbing Centre0.8 km
- Shisha Cafe0.9 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd.0.7 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Dollington's Fish Bar1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Il Padrino0.6 km
- Midnight Delivery0.9 km
- Smith's Fish Bar0.0 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Iceland Foods Limited0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Heathside Guest House1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Warrington1.1 km
- Warrington Central1.3 km
- Warrington Bank Quay1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Hawthorne Street0.1 km
- Hawthorne Street0.1 km
- Norreys Avenue0.2 km
- Tyrol House0.2 km
- Longshaw Belle0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WA50BZ · Data under Open Government Licence