Tidal Lane is in Padgate, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA1 3DT is located in the Poulton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tidal Lane, Padgate, Warrington, WA1 3DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA2 0DF, WA1 3DU, WA1 3DX, WA1 3DS, WA1 3DR, WA1 3JU, WA1 3JZ, WA1 3JT, WA1 3JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA1 3DT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 53.8% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 49.8% | 46.2% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.4% | 36.4% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 43.3% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 12.6% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.3% | 55.6% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 7.2% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 33.7% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 7.9% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 14.1% | 11.8% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 11.8% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 22.8% | 7.1% | 13.4% | 9.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 22% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 24.8% | -3.0% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.7% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 94% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.4% | 94% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 4.4% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 94% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tidal Lane was 56.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.9% lower than the Fairfield and Howley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tidal Lane has the 48th lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Fairfield and Howley and the 271st highest crime rate of 674 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Tidal Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,950 | 2017-09-01 | £259,375 |
| 6 Tidal Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2013-08-30 | £227,137 |
| 8 Tidal Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2013-01-31 | £296,739 |
| 8 Tidal Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2010-06-10 | £281,123 |
| 6 Tidal Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2003-03-28 | £290,967 |
WA1 3DT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | 2,468 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School Padgate Lane , Padgate WA1 3LB | 3out of 4 | 421 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate Station Road , Padgate WA2 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 594 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Acre Community Primary School Hilden Road , Padgate WA2 0JP | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Acre Community Primary School Hilden Road , Padgate WA2 0JP | - not rated | 710 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruche Primary School Academy Seymour Drive , Padgate WA1 3TT | 3out of 4 | 877 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Academy Warrington Insall Road , Padgate WA2 0LN | - not rated | 722 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padgate Academy Insall Road , WA2 0LN | 3out of 4 | 722 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lysander Community High School Insall Road , Padgate WA2 0LN | - not rated | 722 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Community High School Holes Lane , Woolston WA1 4LS | - not rated | 1,156 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Warrington Hillock Lane , Woolston WA1 4PF | 4out of 4 | 1,615 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrington and Vale Royal College Winwick Road , WA2 8QA | - not rated | 2,306 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 3,466 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 3,466 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | - not rated | 1,028 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Community Special School Woolston Learning Village , Holes Lane WA1 4LS | 4out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Wood Special School Holes Lane , Woolston WA1 4LS | 3out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kassia Academy and Support Services Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons School Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Padgate Rose Restaurant | 29-31 Station Road | 460 yd | |
| Then & Now Warrington Ltd. | 1 Bruche Heath Gardens | 513 yd | |
| Brewer's Cafe Bar | 9 Bruche Heath Gardens | 548 yd | |
| Cuppaccino Warrington | Harpers Green, Harpers Road | 795 yd | |
| The Wellbeing Brunch Box | Community And Youth Centre, Fearnhead Cross, Insall Road | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Oswalds Parish Centre Club | Padgate Lane | 371 yd | |
| The Station House Bar + Grill | The Station House, Station Road | 468 yd | |
| Padgate Village Club | Padgate Village Club, Station Road | 642 yd | |
| Famous King & Queen | 147 Padgate Lane | 861 yd | |
| Alford Sports & Social Club | Alford Sports And Social Club, Manchester Road | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaice Station | Plaice Station, Station Road | 467 yd | |
| R'Teapot | 4 Bruche Heath Gardens | 548 yd | |
| Jeniric's | 16 Fearnhead Cross, Insall Road | 797 yd | |
| Restaurant 2 Takeaway | 162 Padgate Lane | 861 yd | |
| Georgios | 156-158 Padgate Lane | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op | 11 Fearnhead Cross, Insall Road | 797 yd | |
| Nisa Local | 178-186 Padgate Lane | 861 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Manchester Road | 912 yd | |
| Tesco | Orford Green | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bennetts Recreation Ground THE BENNETT RECREATION GROUND THE BENNETT RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND | grass pitches | 226 yd |
| St Oswalds Catholic Primary School PADGATE LANE | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| Brook Acre Community Primary School HILDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| University Academy Warrington Playing Fields INSALL ROAD | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| The Recreation Centre At University Academy Warrington INSALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 727 yd |
| University Academy Warrington INSALL ROAD | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Lockers Playing Field (Closed) Oxford Road | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Bruche Community Primary School SEYMOUR DRIVE | grass pitches | 888 yd |
| Padgate Hall Business Centre ROWAN HOUSE UNIT 12 ROWAN HOUSE UNIT 12 GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Woolston Brook School GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 916 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.