Moss Side Lane is in Rixton, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA3 6HH is located in the Rixton and Woolston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moss Side Lane, Rixton, Warrington, WA3 6HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA3 6HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 51.3% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.2% | 48.7% | -2.5% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of WA3 6HH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% 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 | 24.7% | 23.4% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 55.8% | 3.4% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 11.2% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 8.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 43.8% | 40.8% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 40.8% | 38.6% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 14.7% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 20.7% | 20.4% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 10.8% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 13.4% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 9.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 16.7% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 27.1% | -4.6% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.3% | 98.4% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 97.7% | 97.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 97.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 66.1% | 46.2% | 19.9% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moss Side Lane was 42.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.3% lower than the Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moss Side Lane has the 15th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft and the 337th lowest crime rate of 674 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station House Moss Side Lane, Warrington, Warrington Other, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2017-07-04 | £106,364 |
| 35 Moss Side Lane, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2013-05-24 | £748,821 |
| 21 Moss Side Lane, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2011-03-25 | £488,059 |
| 21 Moss Side Lane, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2001-07-31 | £295,955 |
The percentage of retired residents living in WA3 6HH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadishead Nursery School Allotment Road , Cadishead M44 5JD | - not rated | 3,066 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollins Green St Helen's CofE (Aided) Primary School Birch Road , Hollinfare WA3 6JS | - not rated | 834 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Church of England Primary School Birch Road , Hollinfare WA3 6JS | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Gate Academy Daniel Adamson Avenue , Partington M31 4PN | 3out of 4 | 2,118 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Gate Community Primary School Daniel Adamson Avenue , Partington M31 4PN | - not rated | 2,118 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Community Primary School Daniel Adamson Avenue , Partington M31 4PN | - not rated | 2,161 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadoak School Warburton Lane , Partington M31 4BU | - not rated | 2,946 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadoak School Warburton Lane , Partington M31 4BU | 2out of 4 | 2,946 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Irlam and Cadishead College Station Road , Irlam M44 5ZR | - not rated | 3,802 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Irlam and Cadishead Academy Station Road , Irlam M44 5ZR | 3out of 4 | 3,802 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Community High School Brock Road , Birchwood WA3 7PT | - not rated | 4,288 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield House School 57-59 Warburton Lane , M31 4NL | - not rated | 2,925 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood School Ainscough Road , Birchwood WA3 7PW | - not rated | 3,867 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westlegh PNEU School 78 Whitbarrow Road , WA13 9BA | - not rated | 3,872 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Winterley Project Tawny House , 53 Warrington Road WA13 9BS | - not rated | 4,424 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Tree Park Willow Tree Park , Beech House WA13 0GH | - not rated | 5,164 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ye Olde Red Lion | 516 Manchester Road | 997 yd | |
| The Black Swan | Manchester Road | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Dhillon's Currys | 40 Dam Lane | 845 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rixton Tennis Club RIXTON LAWN TENNIS CLUB RIXTON LAWN TENNIS CLUB CHAPEL LANE | tennis courts | 336 yd |
| Hollins Green St Helens C Of E Primary School BIRCH ROAD | grass pitches | 828 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 22.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 22.2% |
| 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 | 66.7% |
| Median download speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.