Overview of WA5 1BN

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Broadhurst Avenue is in Warrington and in Warrington district. WA5 1BN is located in the Great Sankey South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Broadhurst Avenue, Warrington, WA5 1BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WA5 1BW, WA5 1BJ, WA5 1BL, WA5 1BT, WA5 1EB, WA5 1DZ, WA5 1DH, WA5 1EA, WA5 1DQ.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA5 1BN is primarily male, with 53.9% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female47.2%46.1%-1.1% 51.0% -4.9%
Male52.8%53.9%1.1% 49.0% 4.9%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single31.8%36.8%5.0% 37.9% -1.1%
Married: Opposite sex38.6%37.6%-1.0% 44.2% -6.6%
Separated3.6%3.2%-0.4% 2.2% 1.0%
Divorced14.8%14%-0.8% 9.1% 4.9%
Widowed11.2%8.4%-2.8% 6.1% 2.3%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health37.5%33.1%-4.4% 48.4% -15.3%
Good health36%41.7%5.7% 33.6% 8.1%
Fair health16.5%18%1.5% 12.7% 5.3%
Bad health8.6%5.8%-2.8% 4.0% 1.8%
Very bad health1.5%1.4%-0.1% 1.2% 0.2%

Education and Qualifications

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 WA5 1BN this area, 28.2% 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 20.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications37.7%28.2%-9.5% 18.2% 10.0%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 12.6%11%-1.6% 9.6% 1.4%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels14.3%9.4%-4.9% 13.4% -4.0%
Apprenticeship4.9%11.8%6.9% 5.3% 6.5%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels11.7%16.3%4.6% 16.9% -0.6%
Degree or Similar15.7%20.4%4.7% 33.8% -13.4%
Other3.1%2.9%-0.2% 2.8% 0.1%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Pakistani0%1.8%1.8% 2.7% -0.9%
Other Asian0%2.1%2.1% 1.6% 0.5%
Black African0%1.4%1.4% 2.5% -1.1%
Black Caribbean0%0.7%0.7% 1.0% -0.3%
White100%91.8%-8.2% 81.4% 10.4%
Roma0%0.4%0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Arab0%0.4%0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Other0%1.4%1.4% 1.6% -0.2%

Country of Birth

In this area, 85.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom98.1%85.8%-12.3% 83.2% 2.6%
European Union1.9%8.9%7.0% 6.1% 2.8%
Africa0%1.4%1.4% 2.7% -1.3%
Middle East and Asia0%3.9%3.9% 5.6% -1.7%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK97%86.4%-10.6% 83.2% 3.2%
10+ Years1.1%5%3.9% 9.8% -4.8%
5-10 Years0%4.3%4.3% 2.9% 1.4%
2-5 Years0%2.2%2.2% 2.2% 0.0%
Less than 2 years1.9%2.2%0.3% 1.9% 0.3%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom71.8% 76.7% -4.9%
France0.4% 0.3% 0.1%
Germany0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Italy0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Poland1.1% 1.3% -0.2%
Romania3.6% 0.9% 2.7%
Other EU countries2.1% 1.5% 0.6%
North Africa0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
Southern Asia0.7% 1.2% -0.5%
No passport held19.3% 13.5% 5.8%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion30.4% 37.2% -6.8%
Christian56.8% 46.2% 10.6%
Buddhist0.4% 0.5% -0.1%
Hindu2.9% 1.7% 1.2%
Muslim3.9% 6.5% -2.6%
Not answered5.7% 6.0% -0.3%

Safety

Is Broadhurst Avenue Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadhurst Avenue was 65.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.2% lower than the Bewsey and Whitecross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Broadhurst Avenue has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Bewsey and Whitecross and the 233rd highest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.1%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£38,400
Income Rank
3/10

Household Income in WA5 1BN, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Broadhurst Avenue are based on 61 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Warrington.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Broadhurst Avenue, Warrington, WA5 1BN

Estimated Average Property Prices for WA5 1BN

Average Price
£136,910
Semi-Detached
£122,725
Terraced
£141,638
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Broadhurst Avenue

Average Price
£232,312
Semi-Detached
£240,298
Terraced
£167,669
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
£261,527

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Broadhurst AvenueStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
5 Broadhurst Avenue, Warrington, Warrington
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£121,0002023-07-21 £129,502
14 Broadhurst Avenue, Warrington, Warrington
Terraced, an established residential building
£110,0002017-12-06 £161,077
11 Broadhurst Avenue, Warrington, Warrington
Terraced, an established residential building
£77,5002013-07-03 £138,943
5 Broadhurst Avenue, Warrington, Warrington
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£63,0002004-01-09 £138,521
11 Broadhurst Avenue, Warrington, Warrington
Terraced, an established residential building
£69,0002003-12-12 £164,563
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WA5 1BN

Employment

The percentage of retired residents living in WA5 1BN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee80
Retired75
Part-Time Employee29
Self-Employed19
Unemployed11
Long-Term Sick or disabled11
Other9
Looking after home or family8
Student (economically inactive)5
Full-Time Student (with or without job)1

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles22
Human health and social work activities18
Construction13
Education11
Other11
Manufacturing9
Transport and storage7
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security5
Accommodation and food service activities5
Administrative and support service activities4
Information and communication4
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 3
Professional, scientific and technical activities2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities2
Financial and insurance activities1

Schools

Nursery

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 4,237 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Evelyn Street Community Primary School
Evelyn Street , WA5 1BD
4out of 4 395 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Selby Street , WA5 1NS
3out of 4 721 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Sankey Valley St James Church of England Primary School
Dorchester Road , Great Sankey WA5 1XE
3out of 4 994 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Warrington St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Collin Street , WA5 1TG
3out of 4 1,236 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Great Sankey Primary School
Great Sankey Primary School , Liverpool Road WA5 1SB
3out of 4 1,690 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Gregory's Catholic High School
Cromwell Avenue , Westbrook WA5 1HG
2out of 4 701 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Penketh High School
Heath Road , Penketh WA5 2BY
2out of 4 1,874 yd Academy converter - Mixed More About School
UTC Warrington
Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG
3out of 4 2,146 yd University technical college No Mixed More About School
Great Sankey High School
Barrow Hall Lane , Great Sankey WA5 3AA
3out of 4 3,336 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Beamont Collegiate Academy
Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX
3out of 4 3,674 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Priestley College
Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD
- not rated 2,831 yd Academy 16-19 converter No Mixed More About School
Warrington and Vale Royal College
Winwick Road , WA2 8QA
- not rated 3,504 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Warrington Hospital Unit Co Wards B10-11
Lovely Lane , Warrington NHS Trust Hospital WA5 1QG
- not rated 1,355 yd Miscellaneous Not Applicable Not applicable More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Bethany Cafe301 Old Liverpool Road121 yd
Deva Meathouse84-86 Old Liverpool Road265 yd
David Lloyd ClubCromwell Avenue South439 yd
Warrington Disability PartnershipThe Beaufort Street Centre, Beaufort Street455 yd
Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Peace Centre LtdPeace Drive532 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Sloop InnThe Sloop Inn, Liverpool Road301 yd
Rose Inn128 Hood Lane584 yd
Crosfields Recreation Club Community Interest GroupHood Lane North822 yd
The Hatter26 Lovely Lane907 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Trawlerman217 Old Liverpool Road265 yd
New Summer Palace308-310 Old Liverpool Road301 yd
Golden City13 Liverpool Road451 yd
Food 4 Thought141 Old Liverpool Road647 yd
The Street Food Project39 Buckingham Drive776 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Lidl Great Britain LtdLidl, Old Liverpool Road864 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
David Lloyd Club (Warrington)
CROMWELL AVENUE SOUTH
health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts434 yd
Hood Lane Recreation Ground
HOOD LANE NORTH
grass pitches626 yd
St Gregorys Catholic High School
CROMWELL AVENUE
grass pitches, health and fitness suite734 yd
Bank Quay Sports Club (Closed)
Green Street
artificial grass pitch1,034 yd
1St Class Club (Closed)
66-70 66-70 Liverpool Road
health and fitness suite1,072 yd
Sankey Valley St James Primary School
RAIKES CLOSE
1,092 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed100 Mbit/s
Average download speed263.6 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed1000 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed1000 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed10 Mbit/s
Average upload speed18.9 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed50 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.