WA7 5NX is a safe, established residential area on Hawthorn Avenue, 0.3km from Runcorn, Higher in Runcorn. Administratively it sits within Grange ward and the Halton constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. 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 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WA7 5NX are sourced from Output Area E00062540 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWTHORN AVENUE, WA7 5NX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWTHORN AVENUE, WA7 5NX.
265
38
£ 39,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WA7 5NX is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA7 5NX. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 157,350
6 sales · Mean £ 154,783
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA7 5NX has low crime rates — 31 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.
school Local Schools
St Clement's Catholic Primary School
Victoria Road Primary School
Westfield Primary School
Pewithall School
Runcorn All Saints CofE Primary School
St Edward's Catholic Primary School
The Heath School
The Grange School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Langdale Express0.3 km
- Lifestyle Express1.0 km
- lifestyle express0.7 km
- Peak Pharmacy0.7 km
- + 24 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Campanile Hotel0.6 km
- Jubilee Bed and Breakfast0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Alchemy0.8 km
- Bridge View0.7 km
- Chambers0.8 km
- Clarendon Hotel0.9 km
- Runcorn War Memorial Club Ltd0.4 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Atmoesphere0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Starbucks0.5 km
- Tandoori Night0.8 km
- Tekosta Cafe & Pizza0.9 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Chicago Pizza0.7 km
- China X'press0.9 km
- Chinese Open Kitchen0.7 km
- Eastern Chef0.9 km
- Eddy's Chicken0.8 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-operative Group0.4 km
- Co-operative Group0.8 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Runcorn0.6 km
- Frodsham4.4 km
- Runcorn East4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Bonton0.3 km
- LANGDALE ROAD SHOPS0.3 km
- LANGDALE ROAD SHOPS0.3 km
- IVY STREET0.3 km
- Cenotaph0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA75NX · Data under Open Government Licence