Fieldway is in Frodsham and in Vale Royal district. WA6 6RQ is located in the Frodsham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fieldway, Frodsham, WA6 6RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA6 6RA, WA6 6AD, WA6 6PQ, WA6 6RG, WA6 6AF, WA6 7DL, WA6 6BP, WA6 7QU, WA6 6AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA6 6RQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.2% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 47% | 48.8% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 WA6 6RQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.5% 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 | 25.5% | 21.9% | -3.6% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 61.5% | 5.1% | 44.2% | 17.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 7.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 8.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 (86.8%) 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 | 59.6% | 56.6% | -3.0% | 48.4% | 8.2% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 30.2% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 10.8% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.7% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 WA6 6RQ this area, 8.9% 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 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.8% | 8.9% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 6.9% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 15% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 15.4% | -1.2% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.2% | 45.5% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 99.7% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 76.7% | 16.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fieldway was 24.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.0% lower than the Frodsham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fieldway has the 31st lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Frodsham and the 328th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 81.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Fieldway, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £444,000 | 2023-09-22 | £475,910 |
| 12 Fieldway, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2023-04-20 | £493,856 |
| Woodstone Fieldway, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2019-01-23 | £199,447 |
| 6 Fieldway, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2013-08-12 | £459,697 |
| 12 Fieldway, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2012-12-19 | £506,546 |
WA6 6RQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WA6 6RQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frodsham CofE Primary School School Lane , Overton WA6 6AF | 4out of 4 | 217 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Catholic Primary School The Willows , WA6 7QP | 4out of 4 | 400 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frodsham Manor House Primary School Langdale Way , WA6 7LE | 3out of 4 | 820 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frodsham Weaver Vale Primary School Ship Street , WA6 7PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,386 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillview Primary School Beechwood Avenue , Beechwood East WA7 3HB | 3out of 4 | 3,207 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helsby High School Chester Road , Helsby WA6 0HY | 3out of 4 | 2,743 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heath School Clifton Road , WA7 4SY | 3out of 4 | 4,136 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chads Catholic and Church of England High School Grangeway , WA7 5YH | 2out of 4 | 4,253 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy Barnfield Avenue , WA7 6EP | 2out of 4 | 4,884 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange School Latham Avenue , WA7 5DX | 2out of 4 | 5,305 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cavendish High Academy Lincoln Close , WA7 4YX | 4out of 4 | 3,381 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Corner School 70 Clifton Road , Runcorn WA7 4TD | - not rated | 3,781 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halton School 31 Main Street , Halton WA7 2AN | - not rated | 5,413 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brew and Tucker | 30 Church Street | 641 yd | |
| Kash 22 | 22 Church Street | 665 yd | |
| Bene Gelateria | 17A Church Street | 687 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 14 Church Street | 713 yd | |
| Moons Sandwich Bar | 1A Langdale Way | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ring O Bells | Ring O Bells Bellemonte Road | 281 yd | |
| Bulls Head | Bulls Head Bellemonte Road | 281 yd | |
| Bellemonte Hotel | Belle Monte Hotel Bellemonte Road | 511 yd | |
| Helter Skelter | 31 Church Street | 629 yd | |
| Cholmondeley arms | 12 Church Street | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overton Village Stores | 73 Hillside Road | 266 yd | |
| Pizza Pan | 8 Eddisbury Square | 569 yd | |
| Subway | 6 Eddisbury Square | 584 yd | |
| E J Fry Days | 37 Church Street | 596 yd | |
| Food@27 | 27 Church Street | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarkets | 10 - 16 High Street | 806 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Best Western Forest Hills Hotel & Leisure Club OVERTON HILL | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 679 yd |
| Frodsham Leisure Centre PRINCEWAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 709 yd |
| Castle Park (Closed) Park Lane | grass pitches | 862 yd |
| Frodsham Cricket Club FRODSHAM CRICKET CLUB FRODSHAM CRICKET CLUB MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 1,035 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 | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.