Postcode Analysis Halton, North West

HOWARTH COURT, WA7 1BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWARTH COURT, WA7 1BN.

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Population

121

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 37,000 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WA7 1BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

WA7 1BN has a significant social housing presence — 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

WA7 1BN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Howarth Court, 0.4km from West Bank in Runcorn. Administratively it sits within Mersey & Weston ward and the Halton constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, WA7 1BN is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £95k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for WA7 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00170525 (shared with 3 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 WA7 1BN. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.9%
Asian / British Asian7.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 95,000

1 sales · Mean £ 95,000

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

Crime around WA7 1BN is moderate at 76 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 offences120
Public order34
Criminal damage and arson30
Anti-social behaviour26
Drugs24

school Local Schools

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St Edward's Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement125 pupils0.4 km
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Runcorn All Saints CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement105 pupils0.4 km
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Victoria Road Primary School

Good215 pupils0.5 km
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St Clement's Catholic Primary School

Good205 pupils0.9 km
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Widnes Academy

Good161 pupils1.1 km
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Westfield Primary School

Requires Improvement123 pupils1.1 km
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The Grange School

Good1078 pupils1.2 km
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Pewithall School

Outstanding215 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
  • Langdale Express0.8 km
  • Lifestyle Express0.7 km
  • lifestyle express0.6 km
  • Peak Pharmacy0.2 km
  • + 25 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Campanile Hotel0.6 km
  • Jubilee Bed and Breakfast1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • Alchemy0.2 km
  • Bridge View0.5 km
  • Chambers0.2 km
  • Clarendon Hotel0.5 km
  • Runcorn War Memorial Club Ltd0.3 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Atmoesphere0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee0.3 km
  • Starbucks0.3 km
  • Tandoori Night0.2 km
  • Tekosta Cafe & Pizza0.4 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Chicago Pizza0.5 km
  • China X'press0.4 km
  • Chinese Open Kitchen0.3 km
  • Eastern Chef0.4 km
  • Eddy's Chicken0.2 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Iceland Frozen Foods0.4 km
  • Co-operative Group0.8 km
  • Co-operative Group0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Runcorn0.7 km
  • Widnes4.2 km
  • Runcorn East4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Bridge Street0.1 km
  • Bridge Street0.2 km
  • DELPH BRIDGE0.2 km
  • RUNCORN HIGH STREET- STAND B0.2 km
  • RUNCORN HIGH STREET- STAND C0.3 km