WA8 0GU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dennis Road, 0.6km from Moss Bank in Widnes. Administratively it sits within Central & West Bank ward and the Halton constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WA8 0GU 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. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 87 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 WA8 0GU are sourced from Output Area E00062751 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DENNIS ROAD, WA8 0GU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DENNIS ROAD, WA8 0GU.
185
45
£ 29,800 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA8 0GU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 53% of tenure in WA8 0GU — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 45-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA8 0GU. The average age is 44.9. 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)
Crime around WA8 0GU is moderate at 87 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Gerard's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Warrington Road Nursery School
Kingsway Primary Academy School
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Junior School
St Bede's Catholic Infant School
Fairfield Primary School
Brookfields School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- JD Wetherspoons (the premier)0.8 km
- R.A.O.B Club0.9 km
- The Bradley Hotel0.7 km
- Simms Cross Institute0.7 km
- Grapes0.8 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Blue Sky1.0 km
- Mary's0.7 km
- Golden Dragon0.6 km
- Pixis Caribbean Flavours 20.7 km
- Star Moon Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- + 19 more
Retailers - Other
58 nearby- Blue Bird Coffee0.6 km
- Dave Pluck Racing0.8 km
- J J's General Store0.9 km
- Kinnen Confectionery0.6 km
- Lewis's Home Retail0.6 km
- + 53 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge0.2 km
- Brewers Fayre Mersey Gateway0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Arroy Thai & The Meze Restaurant0.7 km
- Dogalicious Bakery Ltd0.8 km
- La Cantina0.9 km
- Reel Cinema0.5 km
- Street Front1.0 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Day2Day Supermarket0.7 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods0.8 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Marks & Spencer0.6 km
- Todays Extra - Wisnia0.7 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Widnes1.9 km
- Runcorn3.2 km
- Hough Green3.9 km
Bus Stops
- B+q Store0.1 km
- B+q Store0.1 km
- Tanhouse Lane0.2 km
- Moss Bank Road0.4 km
- The Hive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WA80GU · Data under Open Government Licence