Birchbrook Road is in Heatley, Lymm and in Warrington district. WA13 9RX is located in the Lymm North and Thelwall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Birchbrook Road, Heatley, Lymm, WA13 9RX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA13 9RL, WA13 9US, WA13 9UP, WA13 9NX, WA13 9RR, WA13 9RS, WA13 9RJ, WA13 9RU, WA13 9UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA13 9RX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents 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 | 44.7% | 48.7% | 4.0% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 55.3% | 51.3% | -4.0% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 WA13 9RX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.2% 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 | 22.7% | 32.9% | 10.2% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 52.2% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 8.0% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 3.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 10.6% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
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 (88.6%) 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 | 66.7% | 67% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 18.6% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 21.6% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -12.0% |
| Fair health | 3.7% | 9.7% | 6.0% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 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.
In the area around WA13 9RX this area, 3.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 18.2% | -15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 6.9% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 12.5% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 5% | 4.4% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 20% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.5% | 51.9% | -2.6% | 33.8% | 18.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0.6% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.5% | 93% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 92.2% | 90.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 91.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 76.7% | 16.7% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 1.7% | 13.5% | -11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Birchbrook Road was 4.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.4% lower than the Lymm North and Thelwall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Birchbrook Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lymm North and Thelwall and the 23rd lowest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Birchbrook Road, Lymm, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 1997-07-30 | £726,279 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oughtrington Primary School Howard Avenue , Rushgreen Road WA13 9EH | - not rated | 807 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenbank Primary School Pepper Street , WA13 0JT | - not rated | 1,637 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Church of England Primary School Birch Road , Hollinfare WA3 6JS | 3out of 4 | 2,975 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Tree Primary School Hardy Road , WA13 0NX | 4out of 4 | 3,120 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Statham Primary School Warrington Road , Statham WA13 9BE | - not rated | 3,201 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lymm High School Oughtrington Lane , WA13 0RB | 3out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadoak School Warburton Lane , Partington M31 4BU | 3out of 4 | 3,293 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield House School 57-59 Warburton Lane , M31 4NL | - not rated | 3,649 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bright Futures Willow Tree Park , Beech House WA13 0GH | - not rated | 3,959 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaigeley School Lymm Road , Thelwall WA4 2TE | 3out of 4 | 4,888 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ego @ The Green Dragon | 2 Mill Lane | 386 yd | |
| La Boheme | 3 Mill Lane | 427 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oughtrington Bowling Club | 4 Crown Green | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op | Unit 1 Heatley Mere | 139 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 224 Rushgreen Road | 215 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Lane Recreation Ground CHURCH VIEW | grass pitches | 619 yd |
| Oughtrington Community Primary School HOWARD AVENUE | grass pitches | 840 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.