Newton Road is in Winwick, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA2 8QL is located in the Poplars and Hulme electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newton Road, Winwick, Warrington, WA2 8QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA2 8QN, WA2 9TH, WA2 9TN, WA2 9TQ, WA2 9TE, WA2 9TW, WA2 9TF, WA2 9TG, WA2 9TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA2 8QL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 48.3% | 49.6% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.7% | 50.4% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.4% | 37.7% | 10.3% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54% | 44.1% | -9.9% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.5% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 8.6% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% | 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 | 51.7% | 49.6% | -2.1% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 34.8% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 9.8% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4.5% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.1% | 15.5% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 10.5% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 10.5% | -10.7% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 8.7% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 20.5% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 33.3% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 4% | 0.9% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| White | 100% | 95.1% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 97.8% | 93.9% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 93.9% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.1% | 37.2% | -15.1% |
| Christian | 67.6% | 46.2% | 21.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newton Road was 697.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 700.6% higher than the Orford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newton Road has the highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Orford and the 4th highest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 305.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 236 Newton Road, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2015-01-05 | £198,026 |
| 238 Newton Road, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,200 | 2012-05-24 | £229,788 |
| 238 Newton Road, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2003-05-02 | £230,907 |
| 238 Newton Road, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £47,500 | 1998-03-31 | £246,679 |
WA2 8QL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
WA2 8QL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 936 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School Mardale Avenue , Orford WA2 9HF | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School Sandy Lane , Orford WA2 9HS | 4out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winwick CofE Primary School Myddleton Lane , Winwick WA2 8LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery School Clough Avenue , Longford WA2 9PH | - not rated | 1,395 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dallam Community Primary School Boulting Avenue , Dallam WA5 0JG | 3out of 4 | 1,559 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 1,870 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padgate Academy Insall Road , WA2 0LN | - not rated | 3,039 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Warrington Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG | 3out of 4 | 3,460 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic High School Cromwell Avenue , Westbrook WA5 1HG | 2out of 4 | 4,001 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 4,753 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 | 1,626 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 5,138 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrington Hospital Unit Co Wards B10-11 Lovely Lane , Warrington NHS Trust Hospital WA5 1QG | - not rated | 3,403 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Wargrave House School 449 Wargrave Road , WA12 8RS | 4out of 4 | 3,494 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Early Adult Provision - LEAP College (Wargrave House Ltd) Wargrave House Ltd, 449 Wargrave Road , WA12 8RS | - not rated | 3,494 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kassia Academy and Support Services Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 4,012 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | 3out of 4 | 4,305 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollin Stoves | 10 Petworth Avenue | 593 yd | |
| Costa Drive Thru | 3 Chiltern Road | 708 yd | |
| Tru Ninja | 3 Chetham Court | 712 yd | |
| Tenpin Ltd | 10-15 Chetham Court | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Winwick Quay & Premier Travel Inn | Winwick Quay, Woburn Road | 132 yd | |
| The Stonemill | Sandy Lane West | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwiches and Catering Direct | 35 Clarendon Court | 701 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op | 47 Cotswold Road | 404 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Sandy Lane West | 744 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fordton Leisure Centre (Closed) Chiltern Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 679 yd |
| Pure Gym (Warrington North) 23-25 CHETHAM COURT | health and fitness suite | 712 yd |
| St Andrews C Of E Primary School MARDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 994 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.