Clay Lane is in Burtonwood, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA5 4HR is located in the Burtonwood and Winwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clay Lane, Burtonwood, Warrington, WA5 4HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA5 4HT, WA5 4HS, WA5 4HU, WA5 4HP, WA5 4JJ, WA5 4DJ, WA5 4JD, WA5 4HL, WA5 4HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA5 4HR has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents 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).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 49% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49% | 51% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 23.7% | 32.9% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 44% | -11.8% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 11.9% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 39.9% | 37.4% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 37.7% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 19% | 14.9% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 7.3% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 31.7% | 23.2% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 9.1% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 15.4% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 7.5% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 19.1% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 24.1% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.7% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 97% | 93.8% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 96.2% | 92.4% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.2% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 92.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.1% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 1.7% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas Territories | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clay Lane was 42.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.6% lower than the Burtonwood and Winwick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clay Lane has the 21st highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Burtonwood and Winwick and the 335th lowest crime rate of 675 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Clay Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-11-25 | £180,957 |
| 9 Clay Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2023-10-08 | £148,087 |
| 9A Clay Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-11-24 | £146,643 |
| 9B Clay Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2021-11-03 | £178,317 |
| 9A Clay Lane, Warrington, Warrington Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-09-09 | £148,525 |
WA5 4HR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton-Le-Willows Nursery School Patterson Street , WA12 9PZ | - not rated | 3,468 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandy Lane Nursery and Forest School Sandy Lane , Orford WA2 9HY | 4out of 4 | 5,355 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul of the Cross Catholic Primary School Milnthorpe Road , Chapel Lane WA5 4PN | 3out of 4 | 333 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burtonwood Community Primary School Green Lane , Burtonwood WA5 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 827 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burtonwood Community Primary School Green Lane , Burtonwood WA5 4AQ | - not rated | 827 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derbyshire Hill Community Primary School Waring Avenue , WA9 2QD | - not rated | 2,939 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow Hall Community Primary School Sophia Drive , Great Sankey WA5 3TX | 4out of 4 | 2,939 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Berrys Lane , Sutton WA9 3HE | 3out of 4 | 3,378 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sankey High School Barrow Hall Lane , Great Sankey WA5 3AA | - not rated | 3,475 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sankey High School Barrow Hall Lane , Great Sankey WA5 3AA | 3out of 4 | 3,475 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parr Community High School Fleet Lane , Parr WA9 2RT | - not rated | 3,631 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aelred's Catholic Technology College Birley Street , WA12 9UW | - not rated | 4,328 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Trees 3 Clay Lane , Burtonwood WA5 4HH | - not rated | 281 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Bank School Winwick Road , St Helens WA12 8DE | 3out of 4 | 2,517 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wargrave House School 449 Wargrave Road , WA12 8RS | 3out of 4 | 3,050 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | - not rated | 3,705 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashtons Green School Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | - not rated | 3,706 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woody's | Unit 2, 3a Clay Lane | 283 yd | |
| Village Cafe | Unit 1a, Burtonwood Industrial Centre, Phipps Lane | 569 yd | |
| Burtonwood Coffee Company Limited | 3 Green Jones Brow | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burtonwood Catholic Club | Phipps Lane | 358 yd | |
| Chapel House | Chapel Lane | 500 yd | |
| St Michaels Parish Hall | St Michaels Parish Hall, Chapel Lane | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Raj | 44 Fairclough Street | 147 yd | |
| Village Fryer | 20-22 Clay Lane | 278 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gorsey Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND CLAY LANE | grass pitches | 218 yd |
| St Paul Of The Cross Catholic Primary School MILNTHORPE ROAD | grass pitches | 322 yd |
| Burtonwood Community Primary School GREEN LANE | swimming pool | 828 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 | 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 | 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.31 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.31 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.39 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.