Knutsford Road is in Latchford, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA4 1AJ is located in the Latchford West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Knutsford Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA4 1BS, WA4 1BY, WA4 1BT, WA4 1AX, WA4 1BU, WA4 1DB, WA4 1BP, WA4 1BX, WA4 1AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA4 1AJ is primarily male, with 55.1% of the population 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 | 48.8% | 44.9% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -6.1% |
| Male | 51.2% | 55.1% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 6.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WA4 1AJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.3% | 49.1% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 13.4% | 10.7% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -33.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Divorced | 23.2% | 21.4% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 12.3% |
| Widowed | 17.1% | 11.9% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (46.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 22% | 21.6% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -26.8% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 25.1% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -8.5% |
| Fair health | 29.2% | 26.9% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 14.2% |
| Bad health | 17.3% | 20.4% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 16.4% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 6% | 3.0% | 1.2% | 4.8% |
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.
In the area around WA4 1AJ this area, 34.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 53.7% | 34.6% | -19.1% | 18.2% | 16.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 16% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.9% | 10.5% | 2.6% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 9.9% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 6.8% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -10.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.3% | 16.7% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 100% | 88.7% | -11.3% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Other | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 94.6% | 89.7% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 4.2% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 88.1% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.3% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.6% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 76.7% | -16.2% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 35.9% | 13.5% | 22.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.1% | 37.2% | -9.1% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knutsford Road was 227.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 112.4% higher than the Fairfield and Howley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Knutsford Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Fairfield and Howley and the 32nd highest crime rate of 674 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 161.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Knutsford Road, Warrington, Warrington Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £62,800 | 2016-05-27 | £87,691 |
The percentage of retired residents living in WA4 1AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 52 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 42 |
| Full-Time Employee | 27 |
| Other | 20 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 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 | 3,721 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrington St James's CofE Primary School Old Road , WA4 1AP | - not rated | 229 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Latchford St James CofE Primary School Old Road , WA4 1AP | 3out of 4 | 229 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Werburgh's CofE Primary School Irwell Road , WA4 6BB | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Irwell County Infant School Irwell Road , WA4 6BB | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School Wash Lane , Latchford WA4 1JD | - not rated | 1,173 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTC Warrington Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG | - not rated | 1,234 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Boteler High School Grammar School Road , WA4 1JL | - not rated | 1,543 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School Grammar School Road , Latchford WA4 1JL | - not rated | 1,543 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School Grammar School Road , Latchford WA4 1JL | 3out of 4 | 1,543 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 1,843 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 575 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 575 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington and Vale Royal College Winwick Road , WA2 8QA | - not rated | 2,941 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Green CIO Irwell Road , St Werburghs Development Centre WA4 6DQ | - not rated | 1,001 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington Hospital Unit Co Wards B10-11 Lovely Lane , Warrington NHS Trust Hospital WA5 1QG | - not rated | 2,163 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Advanced Education - The Barn C/O Advanced Education, Warrington School , Unit 2 Forrest Way WA5 1DF | - not rated | 2,592 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Advanced Education -Thames C/O Advanced Education, Warrington School,Unit 2 Forrest Way , Gatewarth Industrial Estate WA5 1DF | - not rated | 2,592 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington Tutorial Centre Warrington Business Park , Longfield Road WA2 8TX | - not rated | 2,681 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurant | Mcdonalds, Riverside Retail Park, Wharf Street | 256 yd | |
| Eurest at Scottish Power | Scottish Power, Wilderspool Causeway | 359 yd | |
| BaxterStorey Ltd | St James Business Centre, Wilderspool Causeway | 366 yd | |
| Zena Cafe | 276 Knutsford Road | 370 yd | |
| Jellybeans Play Centre Ltd | Unit 1 Wharf Industrial Estate, Wharf Street | 422 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oak Branch | 44 Knutsford Road | 145 yd | |
| Kings Club | Kings Club, St Mary Street | 378 yd | |
| Howley Hotel | 46 Parr Street | 383 yd | |
| No Name | 1st & 2nd Floor, 122-126 Bridge Street | 544 yd | |
| No Name | 2nd Floor & Outside Terrace, 122-126 Bridge Street | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yang's | 4 Grove Street | 324 yd | |
| Star Moon | 95 Wellington Street | 511 yd | |
| Frankie's Chicken & Pizza | 111 Bridge Street | 551 yd | |
| Sizzle In | 107 Bridge Street | 551 yd | |
| Pixi's Caribbean Flavas | 109 Bridge Street | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Retail Ltd. | Unit 1, Riverside Retail Park, Wharf Street | 256 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | 280 Knutsford Road | 391 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl, Fennel Street | 723 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 11 Buttermarket Street | 816 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Unit 6, Cockhedge Shopping Centre, Cockhedge Way | 925 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wilderspool Stadium (Closed) Fletcher Street | grass pitches | 326 yd |
| Warrington Hook & Jab (Closed) Bridge Foot Industrial Estate Bridge Foot Industrial Estate Old Road | health and fitness suite | 383 yd |
| Hook & Jab Warrington PALATINE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE PALATINE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE CAUSEWAY AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 457 yd |
| Dw Fitness (Warrington) BANK STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 532 yd |
| Priestley College Sports Facilities LOUSHERS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 600 yd |
| Latchford Giants Amateur Rugby League Football Club Victoria Park Victoria Park Knutsford Road | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Village Gym (Warrington) CENTRE PARK SQUARE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 694 yd |
| Fitness First For Women (Warrington) (Closed) Barbauld Street | health and fitness suite | 698 yd |
| Pure Gym (Warrington Central) FENNEL STREET | health and fitness suite | 753 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Warrington) UNIT H4 UNIT H4 COCKHEDGE WAY | health and fitness suite | 851 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 | 43.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 43.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 43.8% |
| 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 | 62.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.