WA2 0BP is a safe, established residential area on Blackledge Close, 0.2km from Cinnamon Brow in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Poulton North ward and the Warrington North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WA2 0BP is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £174k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WA2 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00063250 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKLEDGE CLOSE, WA2 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKLEDGE CLOSE, WA2 0BP.
308
36
£ 43,500 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA2 0BP 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
With 55% social renting, WA2 0BP is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. 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 WA2 0BP. The average age is 36.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
Terraced
£ 158,500
3 sales · Mean £ 141,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA2 0BP has low crime rates — 22 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
Cinnamon Brow CofE Primary School
St Bridget's Catholic Primary School
Padgate Academy
Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate
Kassia Academy and Support Services
Brook Acre Community Primary School
Locking Stumps Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- To Pie For Ltd.0.7 km
- Jeniric's0.8 km
- Don Quattro0.7 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Well Pharmacy0.8 km
- JJBV Convenience Store0.8 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Spar0.9 km
- Waterfields0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Bar Twenty/100.7 km
- Farmers Arms0.6 km
- The Millhouse0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co op0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Daz's Place LTD0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Padgate1.4 km
- Birchwood2.0 km
- Warrington Central3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Tweedsmuir Close0.1 km
- Braemar Close0.1 km
- Braemar Close0.1 km
- Tweedsmuir Close0.1 km
- Stirrup Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WA20BP · Data under Open Government Licence