WA7 6DF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Anchor Close, 0.4km from Murdishaw in Runcorn. Administratively it sits within Norton South & Preston Brook ward and the Weaver Vale constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WA7 6DF 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. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 6DF are sourced from Output Area E00062737 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ANCHOR CLOSE, WA7 6DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ANCHOR CLOSE, WA7 6DF.
286
40
£ 33,800 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA7 6DF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
WA7 6DF has a significant social housing presence — 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA7 6DF. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA7 6DF has low crime rates — 45 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Gorsewood Primary School
St Martin's Catholic Primary School
Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy
Murdishaw West Community Primary School
Brookvale Primary School
St Berteline's CofE Primary School
Palace Fields Primary Academy
Our Lady Mother of the Saviour Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Claymoore Narrowboats Ltd1.0 km
- Spar Shop0.9 km
- Murdishaw Pharmacy0.3 km
- Midland Chandler1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- New Brookvale1.0 km
- Murdishaw Supper Bar0.2 km
- Food To Go (At Spar)0.9 km
- Subway - Murdishaw0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Perky Grinders0.7 km
- Harrow Estates Staff Restaurant0.9 km
- O2 Staff Canteen0.8 km
- The Little Garden Cafe0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
- Co-operative Group0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Queen of Hearts Public House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Runcorn East0.6 km
- Frodsham4.8 km
- Runcorn5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Barnfield Avenue0.1 km
- Barnfield Avenue0.1 km
- Murdishaw Avenue0.2 km
- Murdishaw Avenue0.2 km
- Murdishaw Cen.0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WA76DF · Data under Open Government Licence