Postcode Analysis Warrington, North West

WA2 8RD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WA2 8RD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

344

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

61%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WA2 8RD 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.

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10/10
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8/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

WA2 8RD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 38, 96% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (38) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WA2 8RD is a mixed residential area located 0.8km from Winwick Quay in Winwick. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Burtonwood and Winwick ward and the Warrington North constituency.

Day-to-day life in WA2 8RD has the character of a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 85 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for WA2 8RD are sourced from Output Area E00173155 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA2 8RD. 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

White / British94.2%
Asian / British Asian5.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around WA2 8RD is moderate at 85 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.

Violence and sexual offences102
Public order17
Shoplifting17
Other theft7
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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Winwick CofE Primary School

Good190 pupils0.8 km
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Sandy Lane Nursery and Forest School

Outstanding100 pupils1.2 km
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St Stephen's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding204 pupils1.4 km
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St Andrew's CofE Primary School

Good208 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Sally Salon Services Ltd0.6 km
  • Warrington Community Grocery0.7 km
  • Thorougoods0.9 km
  • Prashi Imports Limited0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co op0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Poplars0.7 km
  • Winwick Parish Leisure Centre0.7 km
  • The Winwick Quay & Premier Travel Inn0.4 km
  • The Swan0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Sandwiches and Catering Direct0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton-Le-Willows3.3 km
  • Padgate3.6 km
  • Warrington3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • B&Q0.1 km
  • B&Q0.2 km