Postcode Analysis Halton, North West

ST WILFREDS ROAD, WA8 3AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST WILFREDS ROAD, WA8 3AE.

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Population

586

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 50,500 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WA8 3AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WA8 3AE combines high owner-occupation (96%), strong property values (£331k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WA8 3AE is a sought-after residential area on St Wilfreds Road, 0.3km from Whitefield's Cross in Widnes. Administratively it sits within Farnworth ward and the Halton constituency.

For serious buyers, WA8 3AE is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £331k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WA8 3AE are sourced from Output Area E00170545 (shared with 16 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 3AE. 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

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 310,000

12 sales · Mean £ 318,828

Terraced

£ 165,500

2 sales · Mean £ 165,500

Semi-Detached

£ 185,000

3 sales · Mean £ 193,316

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

WA8 3AE has low crime rates — 7 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.

Violence and sexual offences10
Other theft5
Burglary3
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Moorfield Primary School

Good277 pupils0.5 km
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Brookfields School

Outstanding113 pupils1.0 km
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St John Fisher Catholic Primary School

Good210 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Everglades Hotel0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Carli Hudson - Slimming World Franchise0.3 km
  • Hannah Hallsworth - Slimming World Franchise0.9 km
  • McColl's0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Cam Lee0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Crows Nest0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Widnes2.1 km
  • Sankey for Penketh3.6 km
  • Lea Green5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Snowberry Close0.3 km
  • Derby Road0.3 km
  • Barrows Green0.3 km
  • Snowberry Close0.4 km
  • Dykin Road0.5 km