WA5 0AJ is a mixed residential area on High Gates Close, 0.1km from Bewsey in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Bewsey and Whitecross ward and the Warrington South constituency.
For families considering a move, WA5 0AJ represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. 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. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WA5 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00062830 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH GATES CLOSE, WA5 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH GATES CLOSE, WA5 0AJ.
390
39
£ 36,700 /yr
52%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 39, WA5 0AJ 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA5 0AJ. The average age is 39.4. 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
£ 131,500
6 sales · Mean £ 136,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WA5 0AJ is moderate at 66 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
St Gregory's Catholic High School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary 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 Shop0.8 km
- PAK World Supermarket0.6 km
- Spar0.8 km
- Spar Texaco0.3 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Maltings0.5 km
- The Brooklands0.4 km
- The Hatter0.8 km
- The Imperial Hotel0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- 9 Curry's @ Villaggio0.5 km
- Gullivers World Theme Park1.0 km
- Crunchh0.5 km
- Eurest c/o Royal Mail0.9 km
- The Villaggio Hotel0.5 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Il Padrino0.2 km
- Smith's Fish Bar0.8 km
- Twin Chef0.2 km
- Uncle Don's Fish & Chips0.3 km
- New Eastern Pearl0.9 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Ohayo Asian Supermarket1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Heathside Guest House1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Warrington1.2 km
- Warrington Bank Quay1.5 km
- Warrington Central1.5 km
Bus Stops
- General Hospital0.2 km
- Clapgates0.2 km
- General Hospital0.3 km
- Bewsey Road0.3 km
- Bewsey Lodge Primary0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA50AJ · Data under Open Government Licence