WA5 0AE is a mixed residential area on Clapgates Crescent, 0.2km from Bewsey in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Bewsey and Whitecross ward and the Warrington South constituency.
For families considering a move, WA5 0AE represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 39.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WA5 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00188842 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLAPGATES CRESCENT, WA5 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLAPGATES CRESCENT, WA5 0AE.
303
39
£ 36,700 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA5 0AE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 60% owner-occupation and average age 39, WA5 0AE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 39.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA5 0AE. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 210,000
3 sales · Mean £ 181,333
Semi-Detached
£ 138,000
6 sales · Mean £ 135,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WA5 0AE is moderate at 61 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
Bewsey Lodge Primary School
Warrington St Barnabas CofE Primary School
St Alban's Catholic Primary School
Westbrook Old Hall Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
St Gregory's Catholic High School
UTC Warrington
Sankey Valley St James Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Rowlands Pharmacy0.5 km
- P & S Late Shop0.7 km
- PAK World Supermarket0.6 km
- Spar0.8 km
- Spar Texaco0.3 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Maltings0.6 km
- The Brooklands0.4 km
- The Hatter0.8 km
- The Imperial Hotel0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- 9 Curry's @ Villaggio0.5 km
- Crunchh0.5 km
- Eurest c/o Royal Mail0.9 km
- The Villaggio Hotel0.5 km
- Cafe Blu0.2 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Il Padrino0.1 km
- Smith's Fish Bar0.8 km
- Twin Chef0.2 km
- Uncle Don's Fish & Chips0.3 km
- New Eastern Pearl0.9 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge Warrington1.0 km
- Heathside Guest House0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Ohayo Asian Supermarket0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Warrington1.2 km
- Warrington Bank Quay1.4 km
- Warrington Central1.4 km
Bus Stops
- General Hospital0.2 km
- Clapgates0.2 km
- Bewsey Road0.2 km
- General Hospital0.2 km
- Bewsey Lodge Primary0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA50AE · Data under Open Government Licence