Buttermarket Street is in Warrington and in Warrington district. WA1 2NL is located in the Bewsey and Whitecross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buttermarket Street, Warrington, WA1 2NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA1 2NN, WA1 2NX, WA1 2NZ, WA1 2BE, WA1 2PA, WA1 2LY, WA1 2NG, WA1 2NQ, WA1 2LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA1 2NL is primarily male, with 67.7% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 34.3% | 32.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -18.7% |
| Male | 65.7% | 67.7% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 18.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WA1 2NL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 71% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 49.7% | 71% | 21.3% | 37.9% | 33.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.4% | 10.4% | -11.0% | 44.2% | -33.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 1.6% | -4.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 16.8% | 8.7% | -8.1% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.6% | 46.2% | 13.6% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 31.2% | -7.5% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 22.1% | 17.2% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 18.1% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 8.2% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.4% | 9.3% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 11.5% | 8.6% | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.2% | 14.3% | -5.9% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 34.1% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 6.4% | 4.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 4.4% | 1.6% | -2.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 81.2% | 84.9% | 3.7% | 81.4% | 3.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 64% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 64% | -18.3% | 83.2% | -19.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 21.5% | 19.8% | 6.1% | 15.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 5.5% | 2.7% | -2.8% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 7% | -0.7% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79% | 64% | -15.0% | 83.2% | -19.2% |
| 10+ Years | 7.7% | 9.1% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 5.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 9.7% | 8.0% | 2.2% | 7.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 11.8% | 5.2% | 1.9% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.1% | 76.7% | -17.6% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 8.6% | 0.9% | 7.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.8% | 1.5% | 3.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 7% | 6.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buttermarket Street was 4956.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 1666.4% higher than the Bewsey and Whitecross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Buttermarket Street has the highest crime rate of 65 local areas in Bewsey and Whitecross and the highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Warrington . It is also in the top 100 most dangerous local areas in England and Wales.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2774.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 Buttermarket Street, Warrington, Warrington Other, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2019-09-27 | £448,711 |
| 97 Buttermarket Street, Warrington, Warrington Other, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2014-04-01 | £536,502 |
| Parker House, 87 Buttermarket Street, Warrington, Warrington Other, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2013-11-28 | £327,141 |
| Parker House, 87 Buttermarket Street, Warrington, Warrington Other, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2013-11-28 | £327,141 |
WA1 2NL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Lane Nursery and Forest School Sandy Lane , Orford WA2 9HY | 4out of 4 | 2,980 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrington St James's CofE Primary School Old Road , WA4 1AP | - not rated | 730 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Latchford St James CofE Primary School Old Road , WA4 1AP | 3out of 4 | 730 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Elphin's (Fairfield) CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School Farrell Street , WA1 2GN | 3out of 4 | 970 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School 84 Bewsey Road , Bewsey WA5 0JS | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Community Primary School O'leary Street , WA2 7RQ | - not rated | 1,349 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTC Warrington Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG | - not rated | 522 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bewsey County High School Clapgates Road , Bewsey WA5 0AD | - not rated | 1,767 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 2,035 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Beamont Community High School Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | - not rated | 2,062 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 2,062 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington and Vale Royal College Winwick Road , WA2 8QA | - not rated | 2,186 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrington Hospital Unit Co Wards B10-11 Lovely Lane , Warrington NHS Trust Hospital WA5 1QG | - not rated | 1,611 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Willow Green CIO Irwell Road , St Werburghs Development Centre WA4 6DQ | - not rated | 1,667 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington Tutorial Centre Warrington Business Park , Longfield Road WA2 8TX | - not rated | 1,982 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Advanced Education - The Barn C/O Advanced Education, Warrington School , Unit 2 Forrest Way WA5 1DF | - not rated | 2,532 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Advanced Education -Thames C/O Advanced Education, Warrington School,Unit 2 Forrest Way , Gatewarth Industrial Estate WA5 1DF | - not rated | 2,532 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buzz Bingo | Unit 1A, Cockhedge Shopping Centre, Prince Henry Square | 142 yd | |
| Asda Cafe - Express Diner | Unit A, Cockhedge Shopping Centre, Cockhedge Way | 154 yd | |
| Gravity UK | Unit 1, Time Square, Academy Street | 179 yd | |
| The Black Gold | 90 Mersey Street | 193 yd | |
| Grand Patisserie | 28-30 Buttermarket Street | 197 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasha Lounge | 95 Buttermarket Street | 7 yd | |
| Porters Ale House | 78 Buttermarket Street | 69 yd | |
| Warrington Conservative Club | 6 Dial Street | 113 yd | |
| The Borough Arms | 120 Buttermarket Street | 127 yd | |
| The Looking Glass | 41 Buttermarket Street | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KK City | 96 Buttermarket Street | 127 yd | |
| Spice Junction | 104 Buttermarket Street | 127 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 114-116 Buttermarket Street | 127 yd | |
| Big Portion | 110 Buttermarket Street | 127 yd | |
| Hung King | 112 Buttermarket Street | 128 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Unit 6, Cockhedge Shopping Centre, Cockhedge Way | 154 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl, Fennel Street | 235 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 11 Buttermarket Street | 239 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 2a, School Brow | 386 yd | |
| Wilko | C1, 77 The Mall | 408 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (Warrington Central) FENNEL STREET | health and fitness suite | 174 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Warrington) UNIT H4 UNIT H4 COCKHEDGE WAY | health and fitness suite | 205 yd |
| Dw Fitness (Warrington) BANK STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 268 yd |
| Fitness First For Women (Warrington) (Closed) Barbauld Street | health and fitness suite | 450 yd |
| Exclusive Fitness For Women EVANS HOUSE EVANS HOUSE NORMAN STREET | health and fitness suite | 605 yd |
| Springfield Fitness And Spa (Closed) Springfield Street | health and fitness suite | 675 yd |
| Warrington Hook & Jab (Closed) Bridge Foot Industrial Estate Bridge Foot Industrial Estate Old Road | health and fitness suite | 690 yd |
| Warrington Wolves (Halliwell Jones Stadium) HALLIWELL JONES STADIUM HALLIWELL JONES STADIUM WINWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Bank Park BANK PARK BANK PARK SANKEY STREET | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| St Elphins Park 71-75 71-75 ST. KATHERINES WAY | grass pitches | 876 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.