Postcode Analysis Halton, North West

CHERYL DRIVE, WA8 0BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHERYL DRIVE, WA8 0BQ.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 34,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WA8 0BQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

WA8 0BQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 80% 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.

home £117,500 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WA8 0BQ is a safe, established residential area on Cheryl Drive, 0.5km from Shell Green in Widnes. Administratively it sits within Halton View ward and the Halton constituency.

For families considering a move, WA8 0BQ represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £117k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WA8 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00062623 (shared with 17 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 WA8 0BQ. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 85,000

7 sales · Mean £ 91,857

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

WA8 0BQ has low crime rates — 35 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.

Violence and sexual offences54
Public order14
Anti-social behaviour11
Burglary10
Drugs10

school Local Schools

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St John Fisher Catholic Primary School

Good210 pupils0.1 km
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Brookfields School

Outstanding113 pupils0.3 km
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Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Warrington Road Nursery School

Outstanding64 pupils0.5 km
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Moorfield Primary School

Good277 pupils0.9 km
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Fairfield Primary School

Good615 pupils1.0 km
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St Bede's Catholic Infant School

Outstanding230 pupils1.5 km
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St Bede's Catholic Junior School

Good310 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • AI News and Wine1.0 km
  • Hannah Hallsworth - Slimming World Franchise0.4 km
  • Heidi Williams - Slimming World Franchise0.8 km
  • McColl's0.6 km
  • Texaco0.2 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Cam Lee0.6 km
  • Baba's Indian Kitchen0.1 km
  • Hot Stuff Sandwich Bar0.9 km
  • King Pizza0.9 km
  • Blue Sky0.9 km
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Castle0.1 km
  • Crows Nest0.6 km
  • Eight Towers0.2 km
  • The Artisan Mill0.7 km
  • JD Wetherspoons (the premier)0.9 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Reidy's Cafe0.8 km
  • Velocity Park0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Widnes1.8 km
  • Runcorn4.3 km
  • Sankey for Penketh4.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Crow Wood Cnr.0.1 km
  • Crow Wood Cnr.0.1 km
  • Crow Wood0.1 km
  • Crow Wood0.1 km
  • Crow Wood Lane0.1 km