Liverpool Road is in Great Sankey, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA5 1RE is located in the Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Liverpool Road, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 1RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA5 1RG, WA5 1RF, WA5 2BH, WA5 1RA, WA5 2DU, WA5 1RQ, WA5 2DX, WA5 1RS, WA5 1RH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA5 1RE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.9% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.1% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 24.6% | 28.8% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 46.9% | -7.5% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 11% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 10% | 10.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 46.3% | 49.9% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 33.3% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 11% | 14.2% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 25.6% | 21.1% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 9.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 11.6% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 19.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 31.2% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.4% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.2% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 97.8% | 95.8% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 62% | 46.2% | 15.8% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Liverpool Road was 40.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.5% higher than the Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Liverpool Road has the 19th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall and the 328th lowest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 393 Liverpool Road, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-09-05 | £324,658 |
| 395 Liverpool Road, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2018-12-18 | £198,044 |
| 381A Liverpool Road, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2017-09-27 | £442,068 |
| Chapel Brow Farm Liverpool Road, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2015-04-22 | £391,416 |
| 381 Liverpool Road, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2015-03-27 | £251,855 |
WA5 1RE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WA5 1RE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 128 |
| Retired | 105 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4out of 4 | 5,123 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandy Lane Nursery and Forest School Sandy Lane , Orford WA2 9HY | 4out of 4 | 5,263 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Walton Avenue , Penketh WA5 2AU | 3out of 4 | 450 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Road Community Primary School Wroxham Road , Great Sankey WA5 3EF | 3out of 4 | 594 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sankey Primary School Great Sankey Primary School , Liverpool Road WA5 1SB | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penketh Primary School Coniston Avenue , Penketh WA5 2QY | 4out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapelford Village Primary School Santa Rosa Boulevard , Great Sankey WA5 3AL | 3out of 4 | 1,246 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penketh High School Heath Road , Penketh WA5 2BY | 2out of 4 | 515 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sankey High School Barrow Hall Lane , Great Sankey WA5 3AA | 3out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic High School Cromwell Avenue , Westbrook WA5 1HG | 2out of 4 | 2,274 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Warrington Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG | 3out of 4 | 4,126 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 5,080 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 | 4,764 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 5,125 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 | 3,029 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Brookfields School Moorfield Road , WA8 3JA | 4out of 4 | 4,594 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stitch Station | 6 Station Road | 137 yd | |
| Shannon Bradshaw Community Centre | Meeting Lane | 484 yd | |
| Casa | 17 Honiton Way | 598 yd | |
| Casa Cafe's Ltd. | 17 Honiton Way | 598 yd | |
| Delgados | 19 Honiton Way | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chapel House | 380 Liverpool Road | 281 yd | |
| Woodlands | 362 Liverpool Road | 281 yd | |
| Penketh & Gt Sankey Conserv C | Penketh And Great Sankey Conservative Club, Meeting Lane | 484 yd | |
| St Josephs Parish Centre | Meeting Lane | 639 yd | |
| The Manna House | The Manna House, Warrington Road | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden | 8 Station Road | 137 yd | |
| Traditions Sandwich Shop | 12a Station Road | 137 yd | |
| Emilios | 31-33 Honiton Way | 641 yd | |
| Raj Bari | 23 Honiton Way | 655 yd | |
| Penketh Fish Bar | 21 Honiton Way | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co op | Hawthorne Avenue | 299 yd | |
| Tesco | Warrington Road | 883 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penketh High School HEATH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 433 yd |
| St. Josephs Catholic Primary School WALTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Penketh Health & Fitness Club (Closed) 27a 27a Honiton Way | health and fitness suite | 630 yd |
| Penketh Parish Council Pool & Community Centre PENKETH SWIMMING POOL AND COMMUNITY CENTRE PENKETH SWIMMING POOL AND COMMUNITY CENTRE HONITON WAY | swimming pool | 671 yd |
| Tim Parry Community Centre TIM PARRY RECREATION GROUND TIM PARRY RECREATION GROUND CROMDALE WAY | grass pitches | 806 yd |
| Fit In Gym (Closed) Unit 2 Unit 2 Warrington Road | health and fitness suite | 871 yd |
| Sycamore Lane Primary School (Closed) Sycamore Lane | grass pitches | 928 yd |
| Stocks Lane Playing Field LIVERPOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,021 yd |
| Thornton Road Recreation Ground NORBRECK CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,023 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 | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.