WA2 0AB is a safe, established residential area on Gayhurst Avenue, 0.4km from Fearnhead in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Poulton North ward and the Warrington North constituency.
For families considering a move, WA2 0AB represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £263k, down 7.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WA2 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00063266 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GAYHURST AVENUE, WA2 0AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GAYHURST AVENUE, WA2 0AB.
312
44
£ 43,500 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WA2 0AB spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 7.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA2 0AB. The average age is 43.9. 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 settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 260,000
5 sales · Mean £ 256,276
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA2 0AB has low crime rates — 37 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
Padgate Academy
Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate
St Bridget's Catholic Primary School
Cinnamon Brow CofE Primary School
Brook Acre Community Primary School
Kassia Academy and Support Services
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
Woolston Brook School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Best One1.0 km
- Well Pharmacy0.1 km
- JJBV Convenience Store0.1 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.2 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Station House Bar + Grill0.6 km
- Bar Twenty/100.9 km
- Farmers Arms0.3 km
- Padgate Village Club0.4 km
- The Greenwood Hotel0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- To Pie For Ltd.0.1 km
- Jeniric's0.1 km
- Neighbours1.0 km
- The Greenwood Fryer0.9 km
- Don Quattro0.1 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Padgate Rose Restaurant0.6 km
- Tell Tales0.8 km
- Daz's Place LTD0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co op0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Padgate0.8 km
- Birchwood2.1 km
- Warrington Central3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Gayhurst Avenue0.1 km
- Gayhurst Avenue0.1 km
- Valiant Close0.1 km
- Farmers Arms0.1 km
- Parkfields Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WA20AB · Data under Open Government Licence