WA6 0BF is a safe, established residential area on Sherwood Grove, 0.4km from Helsby in Helsby. Administratively it sits within Helsby ward and the Weaver Vale constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £262k.
Census 2021 statistics for WA6 0BF are sourced from Output Area E00094378 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHERWOOD GROVE, WA6 0BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHERWOOD GROVE, WA6 0BF.
345
42
£ 49,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA6 0BF 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.
Area Character
WA6 0BF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA6 0BF. The average age is 41.6. 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 settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 185,000
5 sales · Mean £ 213,500
Detached
£ 190,000
3 sales · Mean £ 205,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA6 0BF has low crime rates — 14 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.
school Local Schools
Horn's Mill Primary School
Helsby Hillside Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cafe0.4 km
- JTO Vintageand The Old Bank Tea Rooms0.4 km
- Junoon0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Helsby's Wok0.5 km
- Jillys Breakfast And Lunches0.5 km
- Sher Khan0.7 km
- Yo! To Go!0.4 km
- Seaway Fish & Chip0.7 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Shell Threeways1.0 km
- Thrifty's0.4 km
- Helsby Station Hub0.5 km
- One Stop0.5 km
- Fearns Pharmacy0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Beer Heroes0.5 km
- Railway Helsby Gastro Limited0.7 km
- Helsby Community Sports Club0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Helsby0.5 km
- Ince & Elton2.8 km
- Frodsham4.4 km
Bus Stops
- The Robin Hood0.3 km
- The Robin Hood0.3 km
- District Garage0.4 km
- District Garage0.4 km
- Crossland Terrace0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WA60BF · Data under Open Government Licence