Almer Drive is in Great Sankey, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA5 1JU 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 Almer Drive, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 1JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA5 1JX, WA5 1XZ, WA5 1XL, WA5 1ZB, WA5 1XS, WA5 1XN, WA5 1JY, WA5 1LB, WA5 1ZE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA5 1JU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 54.5% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 45.5% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31% | 30.8% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 46.2% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 12% | 13.2% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 3% | 9.9% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53% | 42.1% | -10.9% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 24.3% | 41.1% | 16.8% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 10.3% | -8.0% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 1JU this area, 29.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 29.3% | 13.3% | 18.2% | 11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 12% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 10.9% | -10.1% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 10.9% | -4.1% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 31.5% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 7% | 0% | -7.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 3.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.4% | 91.7% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 94.8% | 88.2% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 6.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 88.2% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 6.4% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 3.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.7% | 0.3% | 3.4% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.9% | 37.2% | -9.3% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Almer Drive was 149.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 407.9% higher than the Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Almer Drive has the 2nd highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall and the 79th highest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 140.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Almer Drive, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2024-11-25 | £313,056 |
| 9 Almer Drive, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2024-07-30 | £221,263 |
| 11 Almer Drive, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2022-08-24 | £199,254 |
| 8 Almer Drive, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-06-01 | £202,351 |
| 1 Almer Drive, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-09-02 | £288,510 |
WA5 1JU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
WA5 1JU 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.
| Retired | 27 |
| Full-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| 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 | 4,175 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sankey Valley St James Church of England Primary School Dorchester Road , Great Sankey WA5 1XE | 3out of 4 | 275 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapelford Village Primary School Santa Rosa Boulevard , Great Sankey WA5 3AL | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sankey Primary School Great Sankey Primary School , Liverpool Road WA5 1SB | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Selby Street , WA5 1NS | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evelyn Street Community Primary School Evelyn Street , WA5 1BD | 4out of 4 | 1,413 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| 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 | 926 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penketh High School Heath Road , Penketh WA5 2BY | 2out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sankey High School Barrow Hall Lane , Great Sankey WA5 3AA | 3out of 4 | 2,234 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Warrington Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG | 3out of 4 | 2,776 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 3,852 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrington and Vale Royal College Winwick Road , WA2 8QA | - not rated | 3,577 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 3,856 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| 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 | 1,688 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd Club | Cromwell Avenue South | 692 yd | |
| KFC | 76 Old Liverpool Road | 728 yd | |
| Ramp 1 | Unit 3a, Penketh Business Park, Liverpool Road | 811 yd | |
| Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Peace Centre Ltd | Peace Drive | 812 yd | |
| St Gregorys High School Canteen | Cromwell Avenue | 823 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfields Recreation Club Community Interest Group | Hood Lane North | 446 yd | |
| Rose Inn | 128 Hood Lane | 547 yd | |
| Chapelford Farm Pub Restaurant | Chapelford Farm, Chapelford Village Centre, Santa Rosa Boulevard | 816 yd | |
| Eagle Sports Club | Thornton Road | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Pizza | 4 Hood Manor Centre | 294 yd | |
| The Street Food Project | 39 Buckingham Drive | 482 yd | |
| Golden City | 13 Liverpool Road | 923 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Santa Rosa Boulevard, Rockford Gardens | 950 yd | |
| Co op | Hawthorne Avenue | 1,072 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sankey Valley St James Primary School RAIKES CLOSE | 189 yd | |
| Sycamore Lane Primary School (Closed) Sycamore Lane | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Hood Lane Recreation Ground HOOD LANE NORTH | grass pitches | 533 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Warrington) CROMWELL AVENUE SOUTH | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 699 yd |
| 1St Class Club (Closed) 66-70 66-70 Liverpool Road | health and fitness suite | 710 yd |
| Chapelford Village Primary School SANTA ROSA BOULEVARD | grass pitches | 753 yd |
| Dakota Park ARIZONA CRESCENT | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| St Gregorys Catholic High School CROMWELL AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 838 yd |
| Thornton Road Recreation Ground NORBRECK CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.