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Grafton Street is in Warrington and in Warrington district. WA5 1QB is located in the Bewsey and Whitecross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Grafton Street, Warrington, WA5 1QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WA5 1PX, WA5 1NW, WA5 1PJ, WA5 1QD, WA5 1PH, WA5 1PL, WA5 1QA, WA5 1PS, WA5 1QE.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA5 1QB is primarily male, with 54.3% 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)
Female48.1%45.7%-2.4% 51.0% -5.3%
Male51.9%54.3%2.4% 49.0% 5.3%

Partnership Status

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

In the immediate area around WA5 1QB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single47%48.6%1.6% 37.9% 10.7%
Married: Opposite sex37.3%27.3%-10.0% 44.2% -16.9%
Separated5.1%4.2%-0.9% 2.2% 2.0%
Divorced7.4%13.9%6.5% 9.1% 4.8%
Widowed3.2%6%2.8% 6.1% -0.1%

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 health52.3%41.1%-11.2% 48.4% -7.3%
Good health32.2%37.2%5.0% 33.6% 3.6%
Fair health12.5%14%1.5% 12.7% 1.3%
Bad health2.7%5%2.3% 4.0% 1.0%
Very bad health0.4%2.7%2.3% 1.2% 1.5%

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications16.1%22.9%6.8% 18.2% 4.7%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 12.4%14.7%2.3% 9.6% 5.1%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels21.7%15.1%-6.6% 13.4% 1.7%
Apprenticeship2.3%6.9%4.6% 5.3% 1.6%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels9.7%11%1.3% 16.9% -5.9%
Degree or Similar22.6%23.4%0.8% 33.8% -10.4%
Other15.2%6%-9.2% 2.8% 3.2%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese1.1%0%-1.1% 0.7% -0.7%
Indian3%0%-3.0% 3.1% -3.1%
Pakistani8%9.3%1.3% 2.7% 6.6%
Other Asian6.4%6.6%0.2% 1.6% 5.0%
Black African0.8%1.2%0.4% 2.5% -1.3%
Black Caribbean0.4%0%-0.4% 1.0% -1.0%
Mixed White and Asian0.8%0.4%-0.4% 0.8% -0.4%
Mixed Other0%1.2%1.2% 0.8% 0.4%
White78.8%76%-2.8% 81.4% -5.4%
Roma0%0.4%0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Other0.8%5%4.2% 1.6% 3.4%

Country of Birth

In this area, 65.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom70.5%65.4%-5.1% 83.2% -17.8%
European Union12.5%19.6%7.1% 6.1% 13.5%
Rest of Europe0%0.4%0.4% 0.8% -0.4%
Africa0.8%2.3%1.5% 2.7% -0.4%
Middle East and Asia15.9%12.3%-3.6% 5.6% 6.7%
Oceania0.4%0%-0.4% 0.3% -0.3%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK70.5%64.6%-5.9% 83.2% -18.6%
10+ Years4.5%13.3%8.8% 9.8% 3.5%
5-10 Years6.8%4.9%-1.9% 2.9% 2.0%
2-5 Years12.1%9.9%-2.2% 2.2% 7.7%
Less than 2 years6.1%7.2%1.1% 1.9% 5.3%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom61.6% 76.7% -15.1%
Ireland0.8% 0.6% 0.2%
Portugal0.4% 0.5% -0.1%
Poland4.3% 1.3% 3.0%
Romania7.4% 0.9% 6.5%
Other EU countries7.4% 1.5% 5.9%
Other Europe0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
North Africa0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
Central and Western Africa0.8% 0.3% 0.5%
Middle East1.2% 0.1% 1.1%
Southern Asia0.8% 1.2% -0.4%
South-East Asia0.8% 0.2% 0.6%
No passport held14% 13.5% 0.5%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion25.5% 37.2% -11.7%
Christian57.9% 46.2% 11.7%
Buddhist0.4% 0.5% -0.1%
Muslim10.8% 6.5% 4.3%
Other religion0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Not answered5% 6.0% -1.0%

Safety

Is Grafton Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grafton Street was 557.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 97.0% higher than the Bewsey and Whitecross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Grafton Street has the 6th highest crime rate of 65 local areas in Bewsey and Whitecross and the 7th highest crime rate of 674 local areas in Warrington .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 366.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.2%.



🔎 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. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£36,700
Income Rank
3/10

Household Income in WA5 1QB, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Grafton Street are based on 156 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 Grafton Street, Warrington, WA5 1QB

Estimated Average Property Prices for WA5 1QB

Average Price
£123,955
Semi-Detached
£117,225
Terraced
£124,628
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Grafton Street

Average Price
£142,006
Semi-Detached
£153,177
Terraced
£143,613
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£70,615
Other
£124,118

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Grafton Street

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
33 Grafton Street, Warrington, Warrington
Terraced, an established residential building
£104,0002026-03-13 £104,000
42 Grafton Street, Warrington, Warrington
Terraced, an established residential building
£135,0002025-10-30 £136,023
37 Grafton Street, Warrington, Warrington
Terraced, an established residential building
£115,0002025-09-29 £115,434
29 Grafton Street, Warrington, Warrington
Terraced, an established residential building
£100,0002025-09-24 £100,377
6 Grafton Street, Warrington, Warrington
Terraced, an established residential building
£99,0002024-12-03 £106,723
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WA5 1QB

Employment

WA5 1QB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee92
Part-Time Employee37
Retired20
Long-Term Sick or disabled17
Looking after home or family15
Other13
Self-Employed11
Unemployed6
Student (economically inactive)4
Full-Time Student (with or without job)3

Employment Industry

Human health and social work activities42
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles17
Manufacturing16
Transport and storage16
Construction12
Other10
Administrative and support service activities9
Education8
Financial and insurance activities6
Accommodation and food service activities6
Professional, scientific and technical activities5
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security4
Information and communication3
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities2
Real estate 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 2,917 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Bewsey Lodge Academy
Lodge Lane , Bewsey WA5 0AG
3out of 4 516 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Bewsey Lodge Primary School
Lodge Lane , Bewsey WA5 0AG
- not rated 516 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Warrington St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Collin Street , WA5 1TG
3out of 4 517 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Selby Street , Bewsey and Whitecross WA5 1NS
4out of 4 688 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
St Alban's Catholic Primary School
84 Bewsey Road , Bewsey WA5 0JS
3out of 4 689 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Bewsey County High School
Clapgates Road , Bewsey WA5 0AD
- not rated 349 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Gregory's Catholic High School
Cromwell Avenue , Great Sankey WA5 1HG
3out of 4 711 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
UTC Warrington
Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG
- not rated 1,338 yd University technical college No Mixed More About School
The Future Tech Studio
Winwick Road , WA2 8QA
- not rated 2,164 yd Studio schools No Mixed More About School
William Beamont Community High School
Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX
- not rated 2,418 yd Community school No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Warrington and Vale Royal College
Winwick Road , WA2 8QA
- not rated 2,206 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Priestley College
Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD
- not rated 2,801 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Priestley College
Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD
- not rated 2,801 yd Academy 16-19 converter No 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 222 yd Miscellaneous Not Applicable Not applicable More About School
Advanced Education - The Barn
C/O Advanced Education, Warrington School , Unit 2 Forrest Way WA5 1DF
- not rated 1,697 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 1,697 yd Other independent special school No Mixed More About School
Warrington Tutorial Centre
Warrington Business Park , Longfield Road WA2 8TX
- not rated 2,496 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Willow Green CIO
Irwell Road , St Werburghs Development Centre WA4 6DQ
- not rated 2,777 yd Special post 16 institution Not Applicable Mixed 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
Cafe Blu49 Grafton Street118 yd
Costa CoffeeWarrington Hospital, Lovely Lane220 yd
Urban Turban18 Lovely Lane565 yd
L & G's Cafe18 Lovely Lane565 yd
Slemani Restaurant25 Lovely Lane572 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Brooklands120 Lovely Lane151 yd
The Hatter26 Lovely Lane565 yd
The Imperial Hotel145 Bewsey Road635 yd
The MaltingsBewsey Old Hall, Bewsey Farm Close846 yd
Crosfields Recreation Club Community Interest GroupHood Lane North1,024 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Uncle Don's Fish & Chips48 Grafton Street4 yd
Taste139 Lovely Lane162 yd
New River Queen Chinese Takeaway143 Lovely Lane162 yd
Il PadrinoUnit 2, Lovely Lane386 yd
Twin Chef339 Lovely Lane406 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Ohayo Asian SupermarketUnit 1, 28-32 Milner Street828 yd
Lidl Great Britain LtdLidl, Old Liverpool Road940 yd
Iceland Frozen Foods LtdIceland Frozen Foods, Bankside, Crosfield Street992 yd
Aldi Stores LtdBankside, Crosfield Street992 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Whitecross Community Centre
WHITECROSS COMMUNITY & RECREATION CENTRE WHITECROSS COMMUNITY & RECREATION CENTRE LEXDEN STREET
artificial grass pitch193 yd
St Alban'S Catholic Primary School
BEWSEY ROAD
grass pitches688 yd
St Gregorys Catholic High School
CROMWELL AVENUE
grass pitches, health and fitness suite693 yd
Bank Quay Sports Club (Closed)
Green Street
artificial grass pitch779 yd
Bank Park
BANK PARK BANK PARK SANKEY STREET
grass pitches1,055 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 speed191.2 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed1000 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed1000 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed18.4 Mbit/s
Average upload speed18 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed50 Mbit/s

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