Lapwing Lane is in Moore, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA4 6XB is located in the Penketh and Cuerdley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lapwing Lane, Moore, Warrington, WA4 6XB 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 WA4 6XB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.4% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.6% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 6XB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62% 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 | 30% | 30% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 62% | 11.0% | 44.2% | 17.8% |
| Separated | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6% | 3% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -6.1% |
| Widowed | 12% | 5% | -7.0% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 41.7% | 51.3% | 9.6% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 30.4% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 18.3% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 0% | -8.7% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
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 | 27% | 18.8% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 5.9% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 14.9% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 16% | 3% | -13.0% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 19.8% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 37.6% | 17.6% | 33.8% | 3.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 99.1% | 99.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 99.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 76.7% | 17.2% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.1% | 37.2% | -18.1% |
| Christian | 76.5% | 46.2% | 30.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lapwing Lane was 250.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 1048.4% higher than the Penketh and Cuerdley average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Lapwing Lane has the highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Penketh and Cuerdley and the 30th highest crime rate of 675 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Lapwing Lane, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £98,000 | 1995-08-16 | £496,184 |
WA4 6XB 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 6XB 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 | 34 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Warrington Road Nursery School Naylor Road , Warrington Road Childrens Centre WA8 0BS | - not rated | 4,615 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moore Primary School Lindfield Close , Moore WA4 6UG | 3out of 4 | 1,320 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penketh South Community Primary School Finlay Avenue , Penketh WA5 2PN | 3out of 4 | 2,038 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penketh South Community Primary School Finlay Avenue , Penketh WA5 2PN | - not rated | 2,038 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Finlay Avenue , Penketh WA5 2PN | - not rated | 2,050 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penketh County Junior School Stocks Lane , Penketh WA5 2RS | - not rated | 2,641 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandymoor Wharford Lane , Sandymoor WA7 1QU | - not rated | 2,312 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandymoor Ormiston Academy Sandymoor Ormiston Academy , Wharford Lane WA7 1QU | 3out of 4 | 2,433 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penketh High School Heath Road , Penketh WA5 2BY | - not rated | 3,013 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penketh High School Heath Road , Penketh WA5 2BY | 3out of 4 | 3,013 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penketh High School Heath Road , Penketh WA5 2BY | - not rated | 3,013 yd | Community 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 | 5,209 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 5,209 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Education - The Barn C/O Advanced Education, Warrington School , Unit 2 Forrest Way WA5 1DF | - not rated | 3,083 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 | 3,083 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| KS4 PRU Chadwick Road , Astmoor Industrial Estate WA7 1PW | - not rated | 4,297 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Chadwick Road , Astmoor WA7 1PW | 3out of 4 | 4,336 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Raise Academy Naylor Road , WA8 0BS | - not rated | 4,495 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moore Lane Moore Lane | grass pitches | 1,080 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.