Crab Lane is in Fearnhead, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA2 0SB 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 Crab Lane, Fearnhead, Warrington, WA2 0SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA2 0SB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 51.2% | 48.6% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 48.8% | 51.4% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 WA2 0SB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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% | 31% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 53.7% | -6.4% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 5.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 9.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46% | 45.3% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 39.6% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 10.1% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 17.2% | 13.2% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 12.3% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 13.6% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 21% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 30.5% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 5.6% | 2.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.8% | 97.2% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 94.4% | 95.7% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 95.3% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.1% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 66.8% | 46.2% | 20.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crab Lane was 45.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.8% lower than the Poplars and Hulme average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crab Lane has the 11th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Poplars and Hulme and the 319th highest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gables Crab Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2000-01-12 | £638,259 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3,451 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Locking Stumps Community Primary School Glover Road , Birchwood WA3 7PH | 3out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate Station Road , Padgate WA2 0QJ | 4out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cinnamon Brow CofE Primary School Perth Close , Fearnhead WA2 0SF | 2out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bridget's Catholic Primary School Capesthorne Road , Poulton-with-Fearnhead WA2 0ER | 3out of 4 | 1,639 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston CofE Aided Primary School Epping Drive , Woolston WA1 4QL | 4out of 4 | 1,677 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Community High School Brock Road , Birchwood WA3 7PT | 3out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padgate Academy Insall Road , WA2 0LN | - not rated | 1,344 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Warrington Hillock Lane , Woolston WA1 4PF | 4out of 4 | 1,574 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 3,323 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 3,451 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 3,675 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 5,231 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 | 720 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood School Birchwood Specialist Care and Education Services , Ainscough Road WA3 7PW | - not rated | 1,423 yd | Other independent 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 | 1,530 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | 3out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Wood Special School Holes Lane , Woolston WA1 4LS | 3out of 4 | 1,754 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tell Tales | Unit 4, Longbarn Local Centre, Pasture Lane | 748 yd | |
| Roast | Unit 1 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 954 yd | |
| McDonald's | 2a Birchwood Shopping Centre, Benson Road | 964 yd | |
| Costa Coffe | 5-7 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 1,053 yd | |
| Cuppaccino Warrington | Harpers Green, Harpers Road | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Twenty/10 | University Of Chester Padgate Campus, Crab Lane | 370 yd | |
| Poulton Park Golf Club - Catering | Poulton Park Golf Club, Dig Lane | 683 yd | |
| Farmers Arms | Fearnhead Lane | 964 yd | |
| Turf & Feather | Glover Road | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Brunch | 610-613 Birchwood Boulevard | 592 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit A2, Birchwood Shopping Centre, Benson Road | 945 yd | |
| Mini Deli | 1 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 954 yd | |
| Subway | 1 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 954 yd | |
| Ken's Chinese Takeaway | Unit 2, Glover Road | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | Birchwood Shopping Centre, Benson Road | 948 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | 1 Birchwood Shopping Centre, Dewhurst Road | 954 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Chester (Warrington Campus) WARRINGTON CAMPUS WARRINGTON CAMPUS CRAB LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 373 yd |
| Crab Lane Playing Field BROOKSIDE FARM BROOKSIDE FARM DIG LANE | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| Poulton Park Golf Club DIG LANE | golf | 832 yd |
| Birchwood Community High School BROCK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 937 yd |
| Birchwood Leisure & Tennis Complex BIRCHWOOD LIBRARY BIRCHWOOD LIBRARY BROCK ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 938 yd |
| Locking Stumps Community Primary School GLOVER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,039 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.