Postcode Analysis Warrington, North West

CANTERBURY STREET, WA4 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANTERBURY STREET, WA4 1BU.

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Population

262

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 38,700 /yr

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Employed

64%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British92.7%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.4%

Economic Activity

64%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences110
Drugs35
Public order27
Shoplifting23
Anti-social behaviour21

school Local Schools

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Latchford St James CofE Primary School

Good178 pupils0.2 km
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Our Lady's Catholic Primary School

Good163 pupils1.1 km
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UTC Warrington

Good208 pupils1.2 km
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St Elphin's (Fairfield) CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good385 pupils1.2 km
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Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School

Good693 pupils1.4 km
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Stockton Heath Primary School

Good405 pupils1.5 km
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Alderman Bolton Primary School

Good294 pupils1.5 km
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St Thomas' CofE Primary School

Good230 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

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
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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
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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

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
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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

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