Kirkstone Avenue is in Orford, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA2 9NR 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 Kirkstone Avenue, Orford, Warrington, WA2 9NR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA2 9NQ, WA2 9ED, WA2 9NW, WA2 9NL, WA2 9DW, WA2 9NH, WA2 9NP, WA2 9NJ, WA2 9EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA2 9NR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.7% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.3% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 40.2% | 41.8% | 1.6% | 37.9% | 3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.2% | 40.4% | 4.2% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 13% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 3.4% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 42.7% | 49.6% | 6.9% | 48.4% | 1.2% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 35.2% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 9.6% | -5.8% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 4.8% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 33.7% | 25.5% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 12.3% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 15.6% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 11.3% | -2.8% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 26.4% | 15.8% | 33.8% | -7.4% |
| Other | 7% | 4.2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.7% | 92.6% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 84.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 84.4% | -9.7% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 10% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 84.1% | -10.0% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 7% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 5.6% | 4.0% | 2.9% | 2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 1.5% | 6.0% | -4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kirkstone Avenue was 42.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.0% lower than the Orford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kirkstone Avenue has the 12th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Orford and the 336th highest crime rate of 674 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Kirkstone Avenue, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2023-09-29 | £224,804 |
| 9 Kirkstone Avenue, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2022-11-22 | £170,365 |
| 10 Kirkstone Avenue, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2019-08-16 | £186,691 |
| 15 Kirkstone Avenue, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2019-01-04 | £141,201 |
| 7 Kirkstone Avenue, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2017-04-24 | £146,281 |
WA2 9NR 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 550 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret's CofE (Controlled) Infant School Sandy Lane , Orford WA2 9BX | - not rated | 358 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School Mardale Avenue , Orford WA2 9HF | 3out of 4 | 378 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's Catholic Primary School Sandy Lane , Orford WA2 9HS | 3out of 4 | 380 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery School Clough Avenue , Longford WA2 9PH | 3out of 4 | 496 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowside Community Primary and Nursery School Clough Avenue , Longford WA2 9PH | - not rated | 496 yd | Community 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 | 785 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 785 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Future Tech Studio Winwick Road , WA2 8QA | - not rated | 942 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University Academy Warrington Insall Road , Padgate WA2 0LN | - not rated | 1,734 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padgate Academy Insall Road , WA2 0LN | 3out of 4 | 1,734 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 901 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 4,091 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 4,091 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 | 848 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park View 1 Park View , Orford WA2 0LF | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kassia Academy and Support Services Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 2,740 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons School Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | - not rated | 2,740 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | - not rated | 2,923 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Willow Cafe | Emmaus Church, Capesthorne Road | 574 yd | |
| Nice Express Cafe | 131 Poplars Avenue | 591 yd | |
| Rollin Stoves | 10 Petworth Avenue | 738 yd | |
| Orford Perk | 9a School Road | 747 yd | |
| Orford Youth Base | Orford Youth Centre, Capesthorne Road | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Tanner Inn | Statham Avenue | 309 yd | |
| Tetley Walker Sports and Social Club | Long Lane | 644 yd | |
| The Blackburne Arms | Orford Green | 820 yd | |
| Orford War Memorial Recr.Club | School Road | 820 yd | |
| The Stonemill | Sandy Lane West | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Orford Fryer | Unit 1, Howson Road | 217 yd | |
| Wok Inn | Wok Inn, Concorde Place | 406 yd | |
| Poplars Kebab & Pizza House | 129 Poplars Avenue | 591 yd | |
| The Greenwood Fryer | 156 Greenwood Crescent | 856 yd | |
| Aleef | 20d Gough Avenue | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative | 96 Capesthorne Road | 640 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Sandy Lane West | 845 yd | |
| Co op | 47 Cotswold Road | 952 yd | |
| Tesco | Orford Green | 1,041 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | Unit 6f & g, Junction Nine Retail Park, Hawleys Lane | 1,090 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews C Of E Primary School MARDALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| Radley Common Community Centre (Closed) Grasmere Avenue | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| The Tetleys Club LONG LANE | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy LONG LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 756 yd |
| Warrington & Vale Royal College WINWICK ROAD CAMPUS WINWICK ROAD CAMPUS WINWICK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 955 yd |
| Orford Park (Closed) Hallfields Road | grass pitches | 961 yd |
| Fordton Leisure Centre (Closed) Chiltern Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 962 yd |
| Poplars Park CAPESTHORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 975 yd |
| Orford Jubilee Neighbourhood Hub Jubilee Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,052 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 163.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.