Columbus Place is in Great Sankey, Warrington and in Warrington district. WA5 8DY is located in the Chapelford and Old Hall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Warrington South. This postcode has been in use since 2011-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Columbus Place, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 8DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA5 8DZ, WA5 8DX, WA5 3AG, WA5 8DU, WA5 8GP, WA5 3AN, WA5 8HG, WA5 8GS, WA5 8HE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA5 8DY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 53.3% | 52.9% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 46.7% | 47.1% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WA5 8DY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 49.6% | 26.9% | -22.7% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.3% | 63.1% | 24.8% | 44.2% | 18.9% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.5% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (96%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 72.9% | 68.1% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 19.7% |
| Good health | 23.1% | 27.9% | 4.8% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 3.4% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -9.2% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -3.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 8DY this area, 4.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.4% | 4.5% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 9.4% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 13.3% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 21.4% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.5% | 48.4% | 0.9% | 33.8% | 14.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 7.2% | 7.8% | 0.6% | 3.1% | 4.7% |
| Pakistani | 4.7% | 4.1% | -0.6% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 83.8% | 81.3% | -2.5% | 81.4% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 89.3% 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 | 89.7% | 89.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9% | 7.2% | -1.8% | 5.6% | 1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.4% | 88.9% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.6% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.5% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 76.7% | 17.3% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.2% | 13.5% | -10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 4.6% | 1.7% | 2.9% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Columbus Place was 2.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.7% lower than the Burtonwood and Winwick average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Columbus Place has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Burtonwood and Winwick and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 677 local areas in Warrington .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -91.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Columbus Place, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2018-06-22 | £413,151 |
| 8 Columbus Place, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2018-06-04 | £441,401 |
| 7 Columbus Place, Warrington, Warrington Terraced, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2016-07-13 | £334,182 |
| 14 Columbus Place, Warrington, Warrington Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2013-06-28 | £373,692 |
| 10 Columbus Place, Warrington, Warrington Detached, a newly built property | £249,995 | 2012-04-04 | £454,973 |
WA5 8DY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 172 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 4,092 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapelford Village Primary School Santa Rosa Boulevard , Great Sankey WA5 3AL | 3out of 4 | 334 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sankey Valley St James Church of England Primary School Dorchester Road , Great Sankey WA5 1XE | 3out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip (Westbrook) CofE Aided Primary School Westbrook Centre , Westbrook WA5 8UE | 3out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sankey Primary School Great Sankey Primary School , Liverpool Road WA5 1SB | 3out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow Hall Community Primary School Sophia Drive , Great Sankey WA5 3TX | 3out of 4 | 1,284 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,388 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sankey High School Barrow Hall Lane , Great Sankey WA5 3AA | 3out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic High School Cromwell Avenue , Westbrook WA5 1HG | 2out of 4 | 1,738 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Warrington Dallam Lane , WA2 7NG | 3out of 4 | 3,384 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beamont Collegiate Academy Long Lane , Orford WA2 8PX | 3out of 4 | 4,009 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 | 3,661 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestley College Loushers Lane , WA4 6RD | - not rated | 4,717 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 | 2,266 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenirics | Unit 1, Santa Rosa Boulevard | 109 yd | |
| Stitch Station | 6 Station Road | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapelford Farm Pub Restaurant | Chapelford Farm, Chapelford Village Centre, Santa Rosa Boulevard | 240 yd | |
| The Seven Woods | Seven Woods, Westbrook Crescent | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden | 8 Station Road | 1,089 yd | |
| Traditions Sandwich Shop | 12a Station Road | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Santa Rosa Boulevard, Rockford Gardens | 109 yd | |
| Co op | Hawthorne Avenue | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chapelford Village Primary School SANTA ROSA BOULEVARD | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| Dakota Park ARIZONA CRESCENT | grass pitches | 293 yd |
| Mary Ann Meadows BRISTOW CLOSE | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Sycamore Lane Primary School (Closed) Sycamore Lane | grass pitches | 998 yd |
| Sankey Valley St James Primary School RAIKES CLOSE | 1,045 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 | 73 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 192.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 30.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.