Chelford Close is in Stockton Heath, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA4 6PL is located in the Stockton Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chelford Close, Stockton Heath, Warrington, WA4 6PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA4 6LZ, WA4 6LX, WA4 6JL, WA4 6NP, WA4 6LY, WA4 6GY, WA4 6JP, WA4 6LU, WA4 6JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA4 6PL 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 | 47.7% | 51.3% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 52.3% | 48.7% | -3.6% | 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 WA4 6PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% 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 | 21.5% | 25.8% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 51.6% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 12% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 8.3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 (92.2%) 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 | 63.3% | 61.6% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 13.2% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 30.6% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -7.1% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 6PL this area, 5.5% 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 57.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.2% | 5.5% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -12.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.9% | 6.9% | 1.0% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 11.1% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 14.3% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.6% | 57.6% | 1.0% | 33.8% | 23.8% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 95.1% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.2% | 95.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 95.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.4% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 76.7% | 16.6% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.4% | 13.5% | -10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chelford Close was 3.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.3% lower than the Appleton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Chelford Close has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Appleton and the 14th lowest crime rate of 674 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Chelford Close, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2019-12-20 | £794,438 |
| 1 Chelford Close, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2015-06-15 | £833,072 |
| 3 Chelford Close, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2014-08-28 | £790,152 |
| 1 Chelford Close, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2011-12-22 | £570,530 |
| 1 Chelford Close, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2008-03-11 | £401,154 |
WA4 6PL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% 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 6PL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Information and communication | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton Heath Primary School West Avenue , Stockton Heath WA4 6HX | 3out of 4 | 244 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas' CofE Primary School Parkgate Road , Stockton Heath WA4 2AP | - not rated | 908 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas' CofE Primary School Parkgate Road , Stockton Heath WA4 2AP | - not rated | 908 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Monica's Catholic Primary School St Monica's Close , Appleton WA4 3AG | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School Wood Lane , Appleton WA4 3DB | 3out of 4 | 1,112 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 | - not rated | 996 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater High School Broomfields Road , Appleton WA4 3AE | 3out of 4 | 996 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Thomas Boteler High School Grammar School Road , WA4 1JL | - not rated | 2,014 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 | 2,014 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 | 2,014 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,406 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 1,406 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington and Vale Royal College Winwick Road , WA2 8QA | - not rated | 4,893 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 | 1,086 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Advanced Education - The Barn C/O Advanced Education, Warrington School , Unit 2 Forrest Way WA5 1DF | - not rated | 3,058 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 | 3,058 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrington Hospital Unit Co Wards B10-11 Lovely Lane , Warrington NHS Trust Hospital WA5 1QG | - not rated | 3,639 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The Winterley Project School Welkyn , Stockport Road WA4 2TB | - not rated | 4,078 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monpura Ltd | 6-8 Walton Road | 295 yd | |
| Lauren Amy Cakes | 18 Walton Road | 295 yd | |
| Heaths 26 Ltd | 26 Walton Road | 295 yd | |
| Soup and a Roll | The Lighthouse, Chapel Lane | 299 yd | |
| Alforno Pizzeria | 31a Walton Road | 351 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costello's | 22 Walton Road | 369 yd | |
| Slug and Lettuce | 1-2 Victoria Square | 428 yd | |
| The Wine Bar | 101-103 London Road | 428 yd | |
| Gin Alley | Unit 4, 85 London Road | 453 yd | |
| Mulberry Tree Inn | Grappenhall Road | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panny's | 53 Walton Road | 233 yd | |
| Saffy's | 18 Walton Road | 295 yd | |
| Rudy's Pizza Limited | 19 Walton Road | 427 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 93 London Road | 428 yd | |
| Stockton Fryer | 111 London Road | 428 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 27 Walton Road | 377 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 88-94 London Road | 385 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 6, The Forge Shopping Centre, London Road | 463 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Greenalls Avenue | 667 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stockton Heath Primary School WEST AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 332 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Stockton Heath) VICTORIA SQUARE VICTORIA SQUARE GRAPPENHALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 463 yd |
| Stockton Heath Lawn Tennis Club Delphfields Road | tennis courts | 830 yd |
| Warrington Sports Club WALTON LEA ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 909 yd |
| Bridgewater High School (Upper) BROOMFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 966 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.