Postcode Analysis Warrington, North West

BLUE RIDGE CLOSE, WA5 3GX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLUE RIDGE CLOSE, WA5 3GX.

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Population

327

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 59,700 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WA5 3GX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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10/10
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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

WA5 3GX is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £280k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

WA5 3GX is a sought-after residential area on Blue Ridge Close, 0.6km from Lingley Green in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall ward and the Warrington South constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WA5, WA5 3GX offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WA5 3GX are sourced from Output Area E00188771 (shared with 5 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 WA5 3GX. The average age is 33.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.7%
Asian / British Asian4.8%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 280,000

1 sales · Mean £ 280,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

WA5 3GX has low crime rates — 12 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences28
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Great Sankey High School

Good2118 pupils0.3 km
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Park Road Community Primary School

Good211 pupils0.5 km
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Barrow Hall Community Primary School

Good633 pupils0.6 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good275 pupils1.1 km
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Penketh Primary School

Outstanding213 pupils1.4 km
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Penketh High School

Good848 pupils1.4 km
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Chapelford Village Primary School

Good615 pupils1.4 km
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Great Sankey Primary School

Good347 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Golden City0.4 km
  • Dragon Inn0.8 km
  • Pizza Hut Delivery0.8 km
  • Subway0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Butchers Arms0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.4 km
  • Stanley Wines0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Elior UK0.7 km
  • Eurest c/o Royal Mail0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sankey for Penketh0.9 km
  • Warrington Bank Quay4.0 km
  • Warrington4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • High School0.3 km
  • Post Office Sorting Centre0.4 km
  • Post Office Sorting Centre0.4 km
  • Kingsdale Mere0.4 km
  • Kingsdale Mere0.4 km