WA4 1BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Canterbury Street, 0.7km from Latchford in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Latchford West ward and the Warrington South constituency.
For families considering a move, WA4 1BU represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £131k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WA4 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00063093 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CANTERBURY STREET, WA4 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANTERBURY STREET, WA4 1BU.
262
39
£ 38,700 /yr
64%
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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WA4 1BU's 57% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA4 1BU. The average age is 38.7. 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
Terraced
£ 131,500
8 sales · Mean £ 131,500
Semi-Detached
£ 130,000
2 sales · Mean £ 130,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WA4 1BU is moderate at 62 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
Latchford St James CofE Primary School
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
UTC Warrington
St Elphin's (Fairfield) CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School
Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School
Stockton Heath Primary School
Alderman Bolton Primary School
St Thomas' CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
44 nearby- Emerald Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Chesters @ 840.5 km
- Frankie's Chicken & Pizza0.5 km
- Sizzle In0.5 km
- The Dragon City0.9 km
- + 39 more
Retailers - Other
71 nearby- Causeway (ESSO) Service Station0.5 km
- Cheeky Swine Hog Roast Ltd0.6 km
- Halfords0.3 km
- Euro Garages Ltd T/A Esso0.4 km
- Open All Hours0.6 km
- + 66 more
Pub, NightClub
43 nearby- Bridges0.5 km
- Cromwells0.5 km
- Kings Club0.3 km
- Warrington & District Society for Deaf People0.7 km
- Waterside & Premier Travel Inn0.5 km
- + 38 more
Restaurant, Cafe
87 nearby- Lady Florence River Cruises0.6 km
- 84 Thai Chilli0.5 km
- Groke Brgr Ltd.0.6 km
- Jellybeans Play Centre Ltd0.5 km
- McDonalds Restaurant0.3 km
- + 82 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Heron Foods0.8 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.7 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Ltd0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Village Hotel (Catering)0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Warrington Central1.0 km
- Warrington Bank Quay1.1 km
- Warrington1.1 km
Bus Stops
- St Mary's Street0.1 km
- St Mary's Street0.2 km
- Cenotaph0.2 km
- Cenotaph0.3 km
- St James' Court0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA41BU · Data under Open Government Licence