Dale Lane is in Appleton, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA4 3DE is located in the Appleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dale Lane, Appleton, Warrington, WA4 3DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA4 3DF, WA4 3DX, WA4 3DA, WA4 3DB, WA4 3DG, WA4 3DD, WA4 3BZ, WA4 3BY, WA4 3BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA4 3DE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 51.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.2% | 48.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 WA4 3DE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.1% 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 | 23.1% | 22.1% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.7% | 61.1% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 16.9% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.9% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.1%) 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 | 53.1% | 48.8% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 36.3% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 10.7% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.2% | 11.6% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 5.1% | -10.7% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 15.9% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 19.5% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.9% | 44.4% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 10.6% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 93.1% | 94.7% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 93.1% | 95.2% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 0.6% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 95.5% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.3% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dale Lane was 115.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 111.2% higher than the Appleton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dale Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Appleton and the 132nd highest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Dale Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2021-07-09 | £336,542 |
| 11 Dale Lane, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £328,000 | 2011-06-10 | £589,720 |
| 15 Dale Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2007-08-24 | £280,267 |
| 10 Dale Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £259,000 | 2005-06-14 | £462,940 |
| 11 Dale Lane, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2003-05-28 | £574,426 |
WA4 3DE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 WA4 3DE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School Wood Lane , Appleton WA4 3DB | 3out of 4 | 120 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Monica's Catholic Primary School St Monica's Close , Appleton WA4 3AG | 3out of 4 | 357 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomfields Junior School Bridge Lane , Appleton WA4 3AH | - not rated | 410 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas' CofE Primary School Parkgate Road , Stockton Heath WA4 2AP | 3out of 4 | 908 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grappenhall Heys Community Primary School Stansfield Drive , Appleton WA4 3EA | 4out of 4 | 1,194 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater High School Broomfields Road , Appleton WA4 3AE | 4out of 4 | 626 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School Grammar School Road , Latchford WA4 1JL | 1out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 2,781 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Warrington Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG | 3out of 4 | 3,729 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic High School Cromwell Avenue , Westbrook WA5 1HG | 2out of 4 | 4,814 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 | 1,966 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington and Vale Royal College Winwick Road , WA2 8QA | - not rated | 5,365 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaigeley School Lymm Road , Thelwall WA4 2TE | 3out of 4 | 4,109 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Wood Special School Holes Lane , Woolston WA1 4LS | 3out of 4 | 4,480 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington Hospital Unit Co Wards B10-11 Lovely Lane , Warrington NHS Trust Hospital WA5 1QG | - not rated | 4,528 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Woolston Brook School Green Lane , Padgate WA1 4JL | 3out of 4 | 4,672 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Lane Community Special School Woolston Learning Village, Holes Lane , Holes Lane WA1 4LS | 4out of 4 | 4,685 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PizzaExpress/Mac & Wings | 3 Victoria Buildings, Grappenhall Road | 955 yd | |
| A La Turka | 4 Victoria Square, Grappenhall Road | 957 yd | |
| Cafe in the Park | Alexandra Park, Alexandra Road | 958 yd | |
| Corks Out (Warrington) Ltd | 96 London Road | 1,012 yd | |
| Nando's Chickenland | 109 London Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grappenhall Village Sports Club | Stockton Lane | 708 yd | |
| London Bridge | 163 London Road | 838 yd | |
| Slug and Lettuce | 1-2 Victoria Square | 1,019 yd | |
| The Wine Bar | 101-103 London Road | 1,019 yd | |
| Stockton Heath Lawn Tennis Club | Delphfields Road | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 93 London Road | 1,019 yd | |
| Stockton Fryer | 111 London Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 88-94 London Road | 1,012 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broomfields Junior School BRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 407 yd |
| Broomfields Leisure Centre Broomfields Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 631 yd |
| Bridgewater High School (Upper) BROOMFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 691 yd |
| Grappenhall Village Sports Club STOCKTON LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 922 yd |
| Appleton Cricket Club PARK CRESCENT | grass pitches | 1,017 yd |
| Stockton Heath Lawn Tennis Club Delphfields Road | tennis courts | 1,071 yd |
| Grappenhall Heys Primary School STANSFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,089 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Stockton Heath) VICTORIA SQUARE VICTORIA SQUARE GRAPPENHALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,090 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 | 84.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.