Ribble Close is in Culcheth, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA3 5EA is located in the Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ribble Close, Culcheth, Warrington, WA3 5EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA3 5DQ, WA3 5ED, WA3 5DZ, WA3 5EB, WA3 5DT, WA3 5RU, WA3 5DH, WA3 5DY, WA3 5DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA3 5EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51.5% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.5% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 WA3 5EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% 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 | 18.7% | 21.4% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 60.5% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 8.9% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 8.1% | -2.6% | 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 (88.3%) 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 | 50.3% | 56.5% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 31.8% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 8.6% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 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 | 22.6% | 10.9% | -11.7% | 18.2% | -7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 8.9% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 15% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 13.8% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 42.9% | 11.6% | 33.8% | 9.1% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 96.9% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 98.7% | 98.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.8% | 37.2% | -4.4% |
| Christian | 61.4% | 46.2% | 15.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ribble Close was 6.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.9% lower than the Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Ribble Close has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft and the 33rd lowest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Ribble Close, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-11-28 | £394,347 |
| 18 Ribble Close, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-09-16 | £393,161 |
| 2 Ribble Close, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-01-25 | £418,083 |
| 1 Ribble Close, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-03-24 | £240,102 |
| 14 Ribble Close, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2023-03-24 | £338,325 |
WA3 5EA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WA3 5EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newchurch Community Primary School Glebeland , Culcheth WA3 4DX | 3out of 4 | 489 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Culcheth Community Primary School Warrington Road , Culcheth WA3 5HH | 3out of 4 | 781 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twiss Green Community Primary School Twiss Green Lane , Culcheth WA3 4DQ | 4out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lewis Catholic Primary School Mustard Lane , Croft WA3 7BD | 3out of 4 | 2,179 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorse Covert Primary School Gorse Covert Road , Birchwood WA3 6TS | 3out of 4 | 2,686 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culcheth High School Warrington Road , Culcheth WA3 5HH | 3out of 4 | 731 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowton Church of England High School Newton Road , Lowton WA3 1DU | 2out of 4 | 3,943 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Community High School Brock Road , Birchwood WA3 7PT | 3out of 4 | 4,030 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood School Birchwood Specialist Care and Education Services , Ainscough Road WA3 7PW | - not rated | 4,115 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Meadow Independent Primary School Robson Way , WA3 2RD | - not rated | 4,706 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning (Expanse Group Ltd) Leigh Sports Stadium, Sale Way , Leigh Sports Village WN7 4JY | - not rated | 5,071 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kassia Academy and Support Services Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 5,292 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mindies Bar and Grill | 8b Church Lane | 416 yd | |
| Rokka Turkish & Mediterranean Cuisine | 411 Warrington Road | 495 yd | |
| Leo's Bar and Grill | 411 Warrington Road | 495 yd | |
| Istanbul Grill | 453 Warrington Road | 497 yd | |
| The Raj | 2a Common Lane | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pack Horse Inn | 53-55 Church Lane | 280 yd | |
| The Culcheth Arms | 1 Church Lane | 411 yd | |
| Culcheth Sports Club | Charnock Road | 477 yd | |
| Comfortable Gill | 458 Warrington Road | 616 yd | |
| Libertys Gin Bar & Diner | 25b Common Lane | 774 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicking | 18 Church Lane | 385 yd | |
| Culcheth Charcoal Grill | 18 Church Lane | 385 yd | |
| Culcheth Massala | 3a Church Lane | 411 yd | |
| Le Brunch Sandwich Bar | 439 Warrington Road | 497 yd | |
| Buds N Shakes | Malham Court, Warrington Road | 509 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op | 2 Common Lane | 610 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 7 Common Lane | 673 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Culcheth Sports Club CHARNOCK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 415 yd |
| Shaw Street Playing Fields SHAW STREET | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Newchurch Community Primary School GLEBELAND | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Culcheth High School (Closed) Withington Avenue | grass pitches | 716 yd |
| Culcheth Community Primary School WARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 761 yd |
| The Oaks THE OAKS PLAYING FIELD THE OAKS PLAYING FIELD WARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 941 yd |
| Culcheth High School WARRINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 991 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 | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.