WA88 1AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Ditton in Widnes. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Bankfield ward and the Halton constituency.
WA88 1AS is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a low density wholesale and retail zone — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WA88 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00062449 (shared with 48 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WA88 1AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WA88 1AS.
274
38
£ 33,700 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA88 1AS 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
WA88 1AS has a significant social housing presence — 67% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA88 1AS. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA88 1AS has low crime rates — 45 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Oakfield Community Primary School
Ormiston Chadwick Academy
St Michaels Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School
St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School
Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Ditton Nursery School
Ashley High School
Chesnut Lodge Special School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Hough Green Convenience0.6 km
- The Ball Post Office0.8 km
- Sayers The Bakers0.1 km
- Optimum Fitness1.0 km
- Tea Reef0.9 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Blundell Arms0.6 km
- Hough Green Social Club0.5 km
- The Wellington0.9 km
- Hough Green Recreation Club0.6 km
- New Inn0.8 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Nicolas Sandwich Bar1.0 km
- Sainsburys Widnes Call Centre - staff cafe0.1 km
- Coffee 5001.0 km
- The Olive Tree by HHT at Naughtonfields0.7 km
- The Orange Tree Bistro1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- 50 States Takeaway1.0 km
- Ditton Deli0.7 km
- Hills Butty Bar0.1 km
- Millenium Indian Takeaway0.7 km
- Noble House0.7 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons Daily (McColls)0.5 km
- Co-operative Group0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hough Green0.6 km
- Widnes2.6 km
- Runcorn3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Queens Avenue0.1 km
- Queens Avenue0.1 km
- Coronet Way0.3 km
- Royal Avenue0.3 km
- Borrowdale Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA881AS · Data under Open Government Licence