WA2 0DP is a safe, established residential area on Welsby Close, 0.2km from Houghton in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Poulton North ward and the Warrington North constituency.
For families considering a move, WA2 0DP represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £217k, down 8.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WA2 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00063254 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WELSBY CLOSE, WA2 0DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELSBY CLOSE, WA2 0DP.
307
47
£ 43,500 /yr
43%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WA2 0DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 86% 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. Property prices are trending down 8.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA2 0DP. The average age is 47.5. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 192,500
10 sales · Mean £ 211,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA2 0DP has low crime rates — 32 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
St Bridget's Catholic Primary School
Cinnamon Brow CofE Primary School
Padgate Academy
Brook Acre Community Primary School
Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate
Kassia Academy and Support Services
St Andrew's CofE Primary School
St Margaret's CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- To Pie For Ltd.0.7 km
- Jeniric's0.7 km
- Don Quattro0.7 km
- The Greenwood Fryer0.6 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Well Pharmacy0.7 km
- JJBV Convenience Store0.7 km
- Morrisons Daily0.6 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Spar0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Plough0.7 km
- Farmers Arms0.8 km
- The Greenwood Hotel0.6 km
- The Millhouse0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co op0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Daz's Place LTD0.3 km
- Orford Youth Base0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Padgate1.4 km
- Birchwood2.5 km
- Warrington Central3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Welsby Close0.1 km
- Welsby Close0.1 km
- Perth Close0.1 km
- Perth Close0.2 km
- Enfield Park Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WA20DP · Data under Open Government Licence