Cartridge Lane is in Grappenhall, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA4 4SH is located in the Grappenhall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cartridge Lane, Grappenhall, Warrington, WA4 4SH 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. However, the area surrounding WA4 4SH is primarily male, with 54.4% 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 | 48.5% | 45.6% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 51.5% | 54.4% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
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 4SH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.2% 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 | 21.1% | 28.6% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 62.2% | 3.9% | 44.2% | 18.0% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 6.2% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 2.9% | -4.5% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 (93.4%) 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 | 64.7% | 69.5% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 21.1% |
| Good health | 23.6% | 23.9% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -9.7% |
| Fair health | 7% | 6.3% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -6.4% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 0.3% | -3.6% | 4.0% | -3.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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.
In the area around WA4 4SH this area, 5.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 47.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.9% | 5.3% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 5.8% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 18.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.8% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 47.3% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 13.5% |
| Other | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92.6% | 87.9% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 6.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 86.4% 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 | 93.2% | 86.4% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 5.7% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 86.4% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 5.7% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.3% | 13.5% | -9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 61% | 46.2% | 14.8% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cartridge Lane was 11.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.4% lower than the Appleton average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Cartridge Lane has the 17th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Appleton and the 79th lowest crime rate of 676 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Barn Cartridge Lane, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-03-15 | £289,365 |
| Hunters Lodge Cartridge Lane, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £862,500 | 2021-01-29 | £1,089,203 |
| 1 Ivy Cottage Cartridge Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2019-07-03 | £701,087 |
| Manor Farm Cartridge Lane, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £692,000 | 2018-06-13 | £992,461 |
| 1 Ivy Cottage Cartridge Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £362,000 | 2012-07-09 | £672,107 |
WA4 4SH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
WA4 4SH 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 | 111 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Education | 30 |
| Other | 26 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Real estate activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Thorn Primary School Arley Road , Appleton Thorn WA4 4RW | 4out of 4 | 1,849 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grappenhall St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School Church Lane , Grappenhall WA4 3EP | 3out of 4 | 2,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grappenhall Heys Community Primary School Stansfield Drive , Appleton WA4 3EA | 4out of 4 | 2,222 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Community Primary School Bradshaw Lane , Grappenhall WA4 2QN | 3out of 4 | 2,667 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thelwall Community Junior School Thelwall New Road , Thelwall WA4 2HX | 3out of 4 | 2,778 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 3,701 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 | 3,880 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman Catholic High School Bridgewater Avenue , Latchford WA4 1RX | 3out of 4 | 4,456 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lymm High School Oughtrington Lane , WA13 0RB | 3out of 4 | 5,284 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Warrington Hillock Lane , Woolston WA1 4PF | 4out of 4 | 5,317 yd | Free schools | 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 | 4,988 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bright Futures Willow Tree Park , Beech House WA13 0GH | - not rated | 2,594 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaigeley School Lymm Road , Thelwall WA4 2TE | 3out of 4 | 2,997 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Wood Special School Holes Lane , Woolston WA1 4LS | 3out of 4 | 5,274 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 7.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 85.7% |
| Median download speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 31.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 31.1 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 5.86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.