Newchurch Lane is in Culcheth, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA3 5RW 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 Newchurch Lane, Culcheth, Warrington, WA3 5RW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA3 5RT, WA3 5RL, WA3 5RU, WA3 5RH, WA3 5RJ, WA3 5RS, WA3 5RQ, WA3 5RF, WA3 5RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA3 5RW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 50.4% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.1% | 49.6% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 35.5% | 31% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.9% | 48.8% | 7.9% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 9.4% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 8.9% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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% | 45.2% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 31% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 15.9% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 5.6% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 18.6% | 16.7% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 10.3% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 16.7% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.4% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 15.8% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 33% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| White | 94.6% | 97.6% | 3.0% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 94.6% | 96% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 96% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newchurch Lane was 14.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.4% lower than the Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newchurch Lane has the 10th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft and the 110th lowest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -95.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Newchurch Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-02-07 | £424,342 |
| 23 Newchurch Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2017-09-21 | £397,315 |
| 15 Newchurch Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2016-05-24 | £319,550 |
| 19 Newchurch Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2013-08-08 | £398,761 |
| 23 Newchurch Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,125 | 2012-01-10 | £250,629 |
WA3 5RW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newchurch Community Primary School Glebeland , Culcheth WA3 4DX | 3out of 4 | 284 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Culcheth Community Primary School Warrington Road , Culcheth WA3 5HH | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twiss Green Community Primary School Twiss Green Lane , Culcheth WA3 4DQ | 4out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lewis Catholic Primary School Mustard Lane , Croft WA3 7BD | 3out of 4 | 2,003 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Primary School Mustard Lane , Croft WA3 7DG | 3out of 4 | 2,616 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 783 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowton Church of England High School Newton Road , Lowton WA3 1DU | 2out of 4 | 3,765 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Community High School Brock Road , Birchwood WA3 7PT | 3out of 4 | 4,062 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 | 4,169 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Meadow Independent Primary School Robson Way , WA3 2RD | - not rated | 4,505 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 | 4,954 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kassia Academy and Support Services Fallowfield Grove , Padgate WA2 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 5,282 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 | 261 yd | |
| Istanbul Grill | 453 Warrington Road | 381 yd | |
| Thai Paragon | 474 Warrington Road | 418 yd | |
| The Raj | 2a Common Lane | 436 yd | |
| Rokka Turkish & Mediterranean Cuisine | 411 Warrington Road | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Culcheth Arms | 1 Church Lane | 274 yd | |
| Pack Horse Inn | 53-55 Church Lane | 393 yd | |
| Comfortable Gill | 458 Warrington Road | 418 yd | |
| Culcheth Sports Club | Charnock Road | 420 yd | |
| Libertys Gin Bar & Diner | 25b Common Lane | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicking | 18 Church Lane | 241 yd | |
| Culcheth Charcoal Grill | 18 Church Lane | 241 yd | |
| Culcheth Massala | 3a Church Lane | 274 yd | |
| Le Brunch Sandwich Bar | 439 Warrington Road | 381 yd | |
| Buds N Shakes | Malham Court, Warrington Road | 383 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op | 2 Common Lane | 436 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 7 Common Lane | 474 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Culcheth Sports Club CHARNOCK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 359 yd |
| Newchurch Community Primary School GLEBELAND | grass pitches | 385 yd |
| Shaw Street Playing Fields SHAW STREET | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Culcheth High School (Closed) Withington Avenue | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| Culcheth Community Primary School WARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 797 yd |
| The Oaks THE OAKS PLAYING FIELD THE OAKS PLAYING FIELD WARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 887 yd |
| Culcheth High School WARRINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,009 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 | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.