WA4 1DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Slater Street, 0.4km from Latchford in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Latchford West ward and the Warrington South constituency.
For families considering a move, WA4 1DW represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £142k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 22.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WA4 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00063095 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SLATER STREET, WA4 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SLATER STREET, WA4 1DW.
282
38
£ 38,700 /yr
53%
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
WA4 1DW is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 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. Property prices are trending up 22.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA4 1DW. The average age is 37.9. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 138,750
8 sales · Mean £ 145,750
Terraced
£ 106,500
19 sales · Mean £ 112,657
Detached
£ 230,000
1 sales · Mean £ 230,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA4 1DW has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School
Latchford St James CofE Primary School
Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School
Alderman Bolton Primary School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Cardinal Newman Catholic High School
St Elphin's (Fairfield) CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School
St Thomas' CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Royal Oak Branch0.7 km
- Cheshire Cheese0.8 km
- Grange Sports and Social Club0.8 km
- Kings Club0.3 km
- Warrington Town Football Club Lounge Bar & Social Club0.8 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- B & M Retail Ltd.0.7 km
- Co-operative Group0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Star Moon0.8 km
- Cantilever Chippy0.7 km
- Emerald Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Nit Thai Foods Ltd0.8 km
- The Dragon City0.3 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Causeway (ESSO) Service Station0.8 km
- Halfords0.7 km
- Euro Garages Ltd T/A Esso0.7 km
- Hapi Hub Community Fridge0.9 km
- Open All Hours0.1 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Lady Florence River Cruises0.0 km
- Jellybeans Play Centre Ltd0.4 km
- LA Cafe0.8 km
- McDonalds Restaurant0.7 km
- Spirit0.5 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Warrington Central1.4 km
- Warrington1.7 km
- Warrington Bank Quay1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Victoria Park0.1 km
- Park Avenue0.2 km
- Grove Street0.2 km
- Grove Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA41DW · Data under Open Government Licence