WA7 4AY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Walpole Road, 0.1km from Heath in Runcorn. Administratively it sits within Beechwood & Heath ward and the Halton constituency.
For families considering a move, WA7 4AY represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 96% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £238k.
Census 2021 statistics for WA7 4AY are sourced from Output Area E00062627 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WALPOLE ROAD, WA7 4AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALPOLE ROAD, WA7 4AY.
265
50
£ 48,500 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WA7 4AY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 96% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA7 4AY. The average age is 49.7. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 238,250
2 sales · Mean £ 238,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA7 4AY has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Heath School
The Cavendish High Academy
Pewithall School
Halton Lodge Primary School
St Chads Catholic and Church of England Academy
Weston Primary School
Woodside Primary School
The Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Red Admiral0.9 km
- Runcorn Golf Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Hope Corner0.2 km
- Arriva North Western - Staff Canteen0.6 km
- TEVA Staff Canteen0.9 km
- AAK Staff Canteen0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Heron Foods Ltd.0.6 km
- Co-operative Group0.7 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- Premier Stores1.0 km
- SG Stores (2013) Ltd0.7 km
- Co-op Pharmacy0.7 km
- Ascot Stores0.3 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Mr Pizza0.6 km
- Festival Way Fish Bar0.8 km
- Small Panda1.0 km
- Ascot Fish Bar0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Runcorn2.0 km
- Frodsham3.1 km
- Runcorn East3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Heath School0.1 km
- Heath School0.2 km
- Malpas Road0.3 km
- Malpas Road0.3 km
- Heath High School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA74AY · Data under Open Government Licence