Postcode Analysis Warrington, North West

MOSSDALE CLOSE, WA5 3RZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOSSDALE CLOSE, WA5 3RZ.

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Population

344

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 59,700 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WA5 3RZ 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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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. WA5 3RZ's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £317k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £317k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 59.3% year-on-year.

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

WA5 3RZ is a sought-after residential area on Mossdale Close, 0.5km from Great Sankey in Warrington. Administratively it sits within Chapelford and Old Hall ward and the Warrington South constituency.

For serious buyers, WA5 3RZ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £317k, up 59.3% year-on-year. 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 3RZ are sourced from Output Area E00188853 (shared with 4 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 3RZ. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 337,500

14 sales · Mean £ 333,314

Semi-Detached

£ 240,000

9 sales · Mean £ 237,372

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

WA5 3RZ has low crime rates — 15 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.

Violence and sexual offences44
Anti-social behaviour16
Public order7
Other theft6
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Chapelford Village Primary School

Good615 pupils0.6 km
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Great Sankey Primary School

Good347 pupils0.9 km
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Park Road Community Primary School

Good211 pupils0.9 km
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Penketh High School

Good848 pupils1.0 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good275 pupils1.1 km
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Barrow Hall Community Primary School

Good633 pupils1.2 km
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Sankey Valley St James Church of England Primary School

Good223 pupils1.2 km
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Great Sankey High School

Good2118 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Chapel House0.7 km
  • Woodlands0.7 km
  • Chapelford Farm Pub Restaurant0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Golden City0.9 km
  • Jade Garden0.5 km
  • Traditions Sandwich Shop0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Station Pharmacy0.6 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co op0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Jenirics0.4 km
  • Stitch Station0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sankey for Penketh0.5 km
  • Warrington Bank Quay3.1 km
  • Warrington3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Kingsdale Road0.3 km
  • Kingsdale Road0.3 km
  • Chapelford Sainsburys0.4 km
  • The Boulevard0.4 km
  • Chapelford Sainsburys0.4 km