WA3 6ZH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Birchwood Centre in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Birchwood ward and the Warrington North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a regional business centres zone — business quarters in major regional cities. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WA3 6ZH are sourced from Output Area E00062855 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WA3 6ZH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WA3 6ZH.
336
40
£ 42,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WA3 6ZH is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA3 6ZH. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA3 6ZH has low crime rates — 14 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
Locking Stumps Community Primary School
Birchwood Community High School
Birchwood CofE Primary School
Gorse Covert Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- BP/Londis Oakwood Gate0.8 km
- Golf Shop UK0.9 km
- Nisa0.7 km
- Spar0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Wire Gymnastics Club0.6 km
- Turf & Feather0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Baxterstorey Ltd.0.3 km
- BT Warrington Birchwood Main0.3 km
- Raw Coffee Bar0.6 km
- BaxterStorey Limited0.6 km
- Engine Rooms0.2 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Ken's Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Java To Go0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Pentahotel Warrington0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Birchwood1.6 km
- Padgate3.1 km
- Glazebrook4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Chadwick Place0.1 km
- Chadwick House0.2 km
- The Centre0.2 km
- Heathfield House0.3 km
- Fujitsu0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA36ZH · Data under Open Government Licence