WA7 4YQ is a safe, established residential area on Ashbourne Avenue, 0.3km from Heath in Runcorn. Administratively it sits within Beechwood & Heath ward and the Halton constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a business parks zone — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 45) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 96% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.
Census 2021 statistics for WA7 4YQ are sourced from Output Area E00062636 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHBOURNE AVENUE, WA7 4YQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHBOURNE AVENUE, WA7 4YQ.
331
45
£ 48,500 /yr
47%
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.
Area Character
WA7 4YQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 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 4YQ. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 270,000
2 sales · Mean £ 270,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
WA7 4YQ has low crime rates — 8 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 Cavendish High Academy
The Heath School
Weston Primary School
Pewithall School
St Chads Catholic and Church of England Academy
Halton Lodge Primary School
Woodside Primary School
Beechwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Grangeside Filling Station0.9 km
- Ascot Stores0.2 km
- Coral Racing1.0 km
- Amy French - Slimming World Franchise0.6 km
- Weston Village Stores0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Roundhouse0.9 km
- Royal Oak0.8 km
- Runcorn Golf Club0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Hope Corner0.2 km
- Arriva North Western - Staff Canteen0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Heron Foods Ltd.1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Mr Pizza1.0 km
- Ascot Fish Bar0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Runcorn2.1 km
- Frodsham2.8 km
- Runcorn East4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Heath School0.2 km
- Heath School0.3 km
- Malpas Road0.4 km
- Malpas Road0.4 km
- Heath High School0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WA74YQ · Data under Open Government Licence