Manchester Road is in Paddington, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA1 3TZ 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 Manchester Road, Paddington, Warrington, WA1 3TZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA1 3EX, WA1 3EU, WA1 3ET, WA1 3EN, WA1 3ES, WA1 3EZ, WA1 3UD, WA1 3EY, WA1 3EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA1 3TZ is primarily male, with 53.4% 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 | 47.5% | 46.6% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 52.5% | 53.4% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WA1 3TZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.7% | 23.6% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 56.1% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 9.9% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 4% | 9.4% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 39.7% | 44.6% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 34.1% | -6.8% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 18.5% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.9% | 20% | -3.9% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 12.4% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 9% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 16.7% | 8.7% | 5.3% | 11.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 16.2% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 21.9% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.8% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.8% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.7% | 94.4% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.6% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 95.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.1% | 37.2% | -9.1% |
| Christian | 65.5% | 46.2% | 19.3% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manchester Road was 74.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.3% lower than the Fairfield and Howley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manchester Road has the 44th highest crime rate of 101 local areas in Fairfield and Howley and the 208th highest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 542 Manchester Road, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-04-25 | £192,164 |
| 536 Manchester Road, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-11-14 | £236,770 |
| 542 Manchester Road, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £176,500 | 2023-08-25 | £190,720 |
| 504 Manchester Road, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2021-12-17 | £392,336 |
| 528 Manchester Road, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-07-16 | £315,805 |
WA1 3TZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WA1 3TZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 3,386 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruche Primary School Academy Seymour Drive , Padgate WA1 3TT | 3out of 4 | 361 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School Padgate Lane , Padgate WA1 3LB | 4out of 4 | 953 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Community Primary School Barnfield Road , Woolston WA1 4NW | 3out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate Station Road , Padgate WA2 0QJ | 4out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School Hillock Lane , Woolston WA1 4PQ | 4out of 4 | 1,338 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Leadership Academy Warrington Hillock Lane , Woolston WA1 4PF | 4out of 4 | 1,138 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 1,270 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padgate Academy Insall Road , WA2 0LN | - not rated | 1,592 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 | 2,407 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 2,683 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 | 3,091 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 3,168 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 | 581 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | 3out of 4 | 695 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 | 710 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kassia Academy and Support Services Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaigeley School Lymm Road , Thelwall WA4 2TE | 3out of 4 | 2,933 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs Applegreen Warrington | 43 Manchester Road | 592 yd | |
| Brewer's Cafe Bar | 9 Bruche Heath Gardens | 627 yd | |
| Then & Now Warrington Ltd. | 1 Bruche Heath Gardens | 647 yd | |
| Greencore Prepared Meals Staff Canteen | 20 Grosvenor Grange | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog & Partridge | Manchester Road | 10 yd | |
| Woolston Social Club | 50 Manchester Road | 599 yd | |
| A Monks Sports Club | 5 Hillock Lane | 671 yd | |
| Alford Sports & Social Club | Alford Sports And Social Club, Manchester Road | 890 yd | |
| St Oswalds Parish Centre Club | Padgate Lane | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| R'Teapot | 4 Bruche Heath Gardens | 627 yd | |
| Subway | Subway, 41 Manchester Road | 678 yd | |
| Nefis Kebab Fish Bar | Kingsway Studio, 15 Kingsway North | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op | 4 Holes Lane | 488 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 11 Manchester Road | 525 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Manchester Road | 891 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bruche Community Primary School SEYMOUR DRIVE | grass pitches | 394 yd |
| Woolston Community High School (Closed) Holes Lane | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Green Lane Community Special School WOOLSTON LEARNING VILLAGE WOOLSTON LEARNING VILLAGE HOLES LANE | 525 yd | |
| Woolston Brook School GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 600 yd |
| Padgate Hall Business Centre ROWAN HOUSE UNIT 12 ROWAN HOUSE UNIT 12 GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Woolston Community Primary School BARNFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| Monk Sports And Social Club Somerset Way | grass pitches | 1,021 yd |
| St Oswalds Catholic Primary School PADGATE LANE | grass pitches | 1,058 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 68.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.