Postcode Analysis Warrington, North West

KNUTSFORD ROAD, WA4 1AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNUTSFORD ROAD, WA4 1AZ.

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

167

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 38,700 /yr

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Employed

27%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WA4 1AZ 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.

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3/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

With 75% social renting, WA4 1AZ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

WA4 1AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Knutsford Road, 0.5km from Latchford in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Latchford West ward and the Warrington South constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WA4 1AZ is an older retirement area, many residents well beyond working age. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £116k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WA4 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00063087 (shared with 5 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 WA4 1AZ. The average age is 54.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.7%
Asian / British Asian5.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

27%Active
FT: 16%
Unemployed: 5%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 116,000

3 sales · Mean £ 121,333

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

WA4 1AZ has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences78
Shoplifting22
Anti-social behaviour19
Public order14
Criminal damage and arson11

school Local Schools

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Latchford St James CofE Primary School

Good178 pupils0.5 km
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Our Lady's Catholic Primary School

Good163 pupils0.8 km
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St Elphin's (Fairfield) CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good385 pupils1.0 km
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Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School

Good693 pupils1.1 km
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Alderman Bolton Primary School

Good294 pupils1.2 km
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St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

Good152 pupils1.2 km
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Cardinal Newman Catholic High School

Good811 pupils1.2 km
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UTC Warrington

Good208 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

40 nearby
  • Cantilever Chippy0.9 km
  • Emerald Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Chesters @ 840.9 km
  • Frankie's Chicken & Pizza0.8 km
  • Nit Thai Foods Ltd1.0 km
  • + 35 more
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Retailers - Other

46 nearby
  • Causeway (ESSO) Service Station0.7 km
  • Cheeky Swine Hog Roast Ltd0.9 km
  • Halfords0.4 km
  • Euro Garages Ltd T/A Esso0.7 km
  • Open All Hours0.3 km
  • + 41 more
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Pub, NightClub

28 nearby
  • Bridges0.8 km
  • Cheshire Cheese1.0 km
  • Cromwells0.8 km
  • Grange Sports and Social Club1.0 km
  • Kings Club0.2 km
  • + 23 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

40 nearby
  • Lady Florence River Cruises0.2 km
  • 84 Thai Chilli0.9 km
  • Groke Brgr Ltd.0.8 km
  • Jellybeans Play Centre Ltd0.2 km
  • LA Cafe1.0 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.8 km
  • Co-operative Group0.0 km
  • Farmfoods0.9 km
  • B & M Retail Ltd.0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Warrington Central1.2 km
  • Warrington1.4 km
  • Warrington Bank Quay1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Grove Street0.0 km
  • Grove Street0.0 km
  • Victoria Park0.3 km
  • St Mary's Street0.3 km
  • St Mary's Street0.4 km