Manchester Road is in Warrington and in Warrington district. WA1 3RF is located in the Fairfield and Howley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manchester Road, Warrington, WA1 3RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA1 3SE, WA1 3SJ, WA1 3RE, WA1 3RQ, WA1 3RB, WA1 3RA, WA1 3SD, WA1 3RT, WA1 3SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA1 3RF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.6% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.4% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 3RF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.3% 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 | 44.3% | 51.3% | 7.0% | 37.9% | 13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.4% | 29.4% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -14.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 15.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 6% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 49.8% | 50.1% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 29.5% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 11.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 7.1% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.4% | 21.8% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21% | 14.3% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 24.4% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 11.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 16.2% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 19.5% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 0.4% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 95.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.2% | 94.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 95% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manchester Road was 124.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% higher than the Fairfield and Howley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manchester Road has the 29th highest crime rate of 101 local areas in Fairfield and Howley and the 111th highest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 67.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 298 - 300 Manchester Road, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 1995-09-18 | £408,502 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,630 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Avenue Community Primary School Oakwood Avenue , WA1 3SZ | 3out of 4 | 349 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Quebec Road , WA2 7SB | 3out of 4 | 599 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 | 639 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School Padgate Lane , Padgate WA1 3LB | 4out of 4 | 768 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Primary School Beamont Primary School , WA2 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 913 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 1,188 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 1,737 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Warrington Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG | 3out of 4 | 1,833 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padgate Academy Insall Road , WA2 0LN | - not rated | 1,853 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School Grammar School Road , Latchford WA4 1JL | 1out of 4 | 2,099 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,101 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 2,291 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Wood Special School Holes Lane , Woolston WA1 4LS | 3out of 4 | 1,815 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | 3out of 4 | 1,837 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Community Special School Woolston Learning Village, Holes Lane , Holes Lane WA1 4LS | 4out of 4 | 1,851 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kassia Academy and Support Services Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 2,351 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington Hospital Unit Co Wards B10-11 Lovely Lane , Warrington NHS Trust Hospital WA5 1QG | - not rated | 2,895 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Deli | 324 Manchester Road | 105 yd | |
| Tao | Unit 1, 9 Padgate Lane | 276 yd | |
| Mini Mania Play Cafe | 17 Padgate Lane | 290 yd | |
| Shake It Up | 32 Padgate Lane | 315 yd | |
| Royal Taste | 135 Marsh House Lane | 371 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Famous King & Queen | 147 Padgate Lane | 318 yd | |
| Alford Sports & Social Club | Alford Sports And Social Club, Manchester Road | 392 yd | |
| Rylands Recreation Club | Rylands Recreation Club, Gorsey Lane | 772 yd | |
| St Oswalds Parish Centre Club | Padgate Lane | 788 yd | |
| Orford Hotel | 175 Gorsey Lane | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward Street Chippy | 53 King Edward Street | 239 yd | |
| Nefis Kebab Fish Bar | Kingsway Studio, 15 Kingsway North | 263 yd | |
| Flame n Spice | 244 Manchester Road | 307 yd | |
| The Crispy Cod | 236 Manchester Road | 307 yd | |
| Restaurant 2 Takeaway | 162 Padgate Lane | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 178-186 Padgate Lane | 348 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Manchester Road | 391 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Oswalds Catholic Primary School PADGATE LANE | grass pitches | 740 yd |
| St Elphins Park 71-75 71-75 ST. KATHERINES WAY | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Lockers Playing Field (Closed) Oxford Road | grass pitches | 756 yd |
| Rylands Recreation Club GORSEY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 761 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.