Orford Lane is in Warrington and in Warrington district. WA2 7BA 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 Orford Lane, Warrington, WA2 7BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA2 7BB, WA2 7EZ, WA2 7EY, WA2 7QN, WA2 7QL, WA2 7QA, WA2 7EX, WA2 7HA, WA2 7ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA2 7BA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 50.8% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.6% | 49.2% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 WA2 7BA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% 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 | 49.4% | 47.8% | -1.6% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.2% | 31.6% | 2.4% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 10.5% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 45.6% | 44.1% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 38.3% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 13.7% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 24.9% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 10.5% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 14% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 10% | 7.2% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.8% | 13.1% | -4.7% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 21.4% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 7.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 3.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.6% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.4% | 90.6% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 9.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 73.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 73.5% | -16.1% | 83.2% | -9.7% |
| European Union | 6.2% | 18.7% | 12.5% | 6.1% | 12.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.6% | 73.8% | -14.8% | 83.2% | -9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 4.9% | 8.2% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 9% | 8.3% | 2.2% | 6.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.9% | 76.7% | -13.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 5.9% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| Romania | 5.1% | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Other EU countries | 8.2% | 1.5% | 6.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 59.1% | 46.2% | 12.9% |
| Muslim | 6% | 6.5% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orford Lane was 206.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.8% higher than the Fairfield and Howley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orford Lane has the 14th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Fairfield and Howley and the 45th highest crime rate of 674 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 126.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187 Orford Lane, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2025-02-18 | £58,403 |
| 195 Orford Lane, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2024-10-14 | £127,976 |
| 195 Orford Lane, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-08-25 | £134,073 |
| 215 Orford Lane, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-12-21 | £159,778 |
| 193 Orford Lane, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-08-06 | £111,478 |
WA2 7BA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 108 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 48 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,972 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beamont Community Primary School O'leary Street , WA2 7RQ | - not rated | 318 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Primary School Beamont Primary School , WA2 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 318 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Community Junior School Leleary Street , Orford WA2 7RQ | - not rated | 318 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Community Infant School Leleary Street , WA2 7RQ | - not rated | 318 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington St Ann's CofE Primary School Lathom Avenue , Orford WA2 8AL | 3out of 4 | 520 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Beamont Community High School Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | - not rated | 1,019 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Warrington Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG | - not rated | 1,041 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Future Tech Studio Winwick Road , WA2 8QA | - not rated | 1,194 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bewsey County High School Clapgates Road , Bewsey WA5 0AD | - not rated | 1,847 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,243 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 2,339 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 2,339 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrington Tutorial Centre Warrington Business Park , Longfield Road WA2 8TX | - not rated | 911 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington Hospital Unit Co Wards B10-11 Lovely Lane , Warrington NHS Trust Hospital WA5 1QG | - not rated | 1,919 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Park View 1 Park View , Orford WA2 0LF | - not rated | 2,423 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Green CIO Irwell Road , St Werburghs Development Centre WA4 6DQ | - not rated | 2,735 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | - not rated | 2,776 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lalkilla | 103 Orford Lane | 259 yd | |
| Donatello | 75-81 Orford Lane | 396 yd | |
| Bap Fusion | 60 Longford Street | 492 yd | |
| Giggles Play Mill Ltd | 3rd Floor, Evans House, Norman Street | 587 yd | |
| The LTC | Evans House, Norman Street | 587 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Benedicts Parish Centre | Rhodes Street | 152 yd | |
| 75 Engineer Regiment | Peninsula Barracks, O'leary Street | 246 yd | |
| The Albion | 94 Battersby Lane | 355 yd | |
| The Irish Club | 83 Orford Lane | 396 yd | |
| Hawthorne Hotel | 40 Orford Lane | 423 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Delight | 183 Orford Lane | 4 yd | |
| Wild Boar | 153 Orford Lane | 124 yd | |
| Chilli Masala | 139 Orford Lane | 135 yd | |
| Orange Pizza Ltd. | 137 Orford Lane | 135 yd | |
| Top Chef | 135 Orford Lane | 135 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 184-186 Orford Lane | 109 yd | |
| Co op | 138-142 Orford Lane | 188 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Tesco Extra, Winwick Road | 755 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Unit 2a, School Brow | 837 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 100 Church Street | 878 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warrington St Ann'S C Of E Primary School LATHOM AVENUE | grass pitches | 503 yd |
| Exclusive Fitness For Women EVANS HOUSE EVANS HOUSE NORMAN STREET | health and fitness suite | 601 yd |
| Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub Jubilee Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 776 yd |
| Rylands Recreation Club GORSEY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Orford Park (Closed) Hallfields Road | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| Warrington Wolves (Halliwell Jones Stadium) HALLIWELL JONES STADIUM HALLIWELL JONES STADIUM WINWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 862 yd |
| St Elphins Park 71-75 71-75 ST. KATHERINES WAY | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Warrington) UNIT H4 UNIT H4 COCKHEDGE WAY | health and fitness suite | 933 yd |
| Total Fitness (Warrington) (Closed) Winwick Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 941 yd |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy LONG LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,018 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 | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 196.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.