Church Drive is in Padgate, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA2 0NU is located in the Poulton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Drive, Padgate, Warrington, WA2 0NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA2 0NX, WA2 0QT, WA2 0PD, WA2 0QS, WA1 4JR, WA1 4JX, WA2 0QW, WA1 4HU, WA1 4HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA2 0NU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 49.7% | 47.1% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 50.3% | 52.9% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 WA2 0NU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.3% 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 | 30.4% | 33% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.2% | 57.3% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 13.1% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 4.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 4.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90%) 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 | 66.9% | 62.6% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 14.2% |
| Good health | 24.2% | 27.4% | 3.2% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 6.9% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 WA2 0NU this area, 8.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 8.6% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 6.7% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 14.6% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 20.6% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 42.3% | 3.9% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 95.4% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.5% | 97.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 97.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.6% | 37.2% | -12.6% |
| Christian | 69.8% | 46.2% | 23.6% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Drive was 51.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.1% lower than the Fairfield and Howley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Drive has the 49th lowest crime rate of 101 local areas in Fairfield and Howley and the 283rd highest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Church Drive, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-09-21 | £247,615 |
| 11 Church Drive, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2021-06-28 | £243,807 |
| 5 Church Drive, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2019-10-25 | £208,019 |
| 11 Church Drive, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2018-12-18 | £227,019 |
| 9 Church Drive, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2018-02-27 | £304,730 |
WA2 0NU 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 | 131 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,532 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate Station Road , Padgate WA2 0QJ | 4out of 4 | 272 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School Padgate Lane , Padgate WA1 3LB | 4out of 4 | 755 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Acre Community Primary School Hilden Road , Padgate WA2 0JP | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bruche Primary School Academy Seymour Drive , Padgate WA1 3TT | 3out of 4 | 916 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bridget's Catholic Primary School Capesthorne Road , Poulton-with-Fearnhead WA2 0ER | 3out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padgate Academy Insall Road , WA2 0LN | - not rated | 467 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Warrington Hillock Lane , Woolston WA1 4PF | 4out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 2,073 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 2,206 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Community High School Brock Road , Birchwood WA3 7PT | 3out of 4 | 2,435 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,473 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 3,797 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kassia Academy and Support Services Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | 3out of 4 | 949 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 | 953 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Wood Special School Holes Lane , Woolston WA1 4LS | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood School Birchwood Specialist Care and Education Services , Ainscough Road WA3 7PW | - not rated | 2,733 yd | Other independent special school | 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 | 78 yd | |
| Cuppaccino Warrington | Harpers Green, Harpers Road | 412 yd | |
| Then & Now Warrington Ltd. | 1 Bruche Heath Gardens | 479 yd | |
| Brewer's Cafe Bar | 9 Bruche Heath Gardens | 502 yd | |
| The Wellbeing Brunch Box | Community And Youth Centre, Fearnhead Cross, Insall Road | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Station House Bar + Grill | The Station House, Station Road | 96 yd | |
| Padgate Village Club | Padgate Village Club, Station Road | 285 yd | |
| St Oswalds Parish Centre Club | Padgate Lane | 744 yd | |
| Farmers Arms | Fearnhead Lane | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaice Station | Plaice Station, Station Road | 95 yd | |
| R'Teapot | 4 Bruche Heath Gardens | 502 yd | |
| Jeniric's | 16 Fearnhead Cross, Insall Road | 557 yd | |
| Don Quattro | 28 Fearnhead Cross, Insall Road | 620 yd | |
| To Pie For Ltd. | 88 Station Road North | 626 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op | 11 Fearnhead Cross, Insall Road | 557 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bennetts Recreation Ground THE BENNETT RECREATION GROUND THE BENNETT RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| University Academy Warrington Playing Fields INSALL ROAD | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| The Recreation Centre At University Academy Warrington INSALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 533 yd |
| University Academy Warrington INSALL ROAD | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Padgate Hall Business Centre ROWAN HOUSE UNIT 12 ROWAN HOUSE UNIT 12 GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Woolston Brook School GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 763 yd |
| St Oswalds Catholic Primary School PADGATE LANE | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| Bruche Community Primary School SEYMOUR DRIVE | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| Brook Acre Community Primary School HILDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Woolston Community High School (Closed) Holes Lane | grass pitches | 1,033 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% |
| Median download speed | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.