Thirlmere Close is in Frodsham and in Vale Royal district. WA6 7LZ is located in the Frodsham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thirlmere Close, Frodsham, WA6 7LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA6 7NA, WA6 7ND, WA6 7NB, WA6 7HW, WA6 7HA, WA6 7LY, WA6 7HN, WA6 7LX, WA6 7HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA6 7LZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 53.4% | 48.9% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 46.6% | 51.1% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 31.5% | 33% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 46.6% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 13.3% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 56.6% | 52.3% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 33.5% | 4.2% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 10% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 7LZ this area, 7.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.3% | 7.1% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 9.5% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 14.8% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6.5% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 17.2% | 2.9% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.7% | 42.2% | -0.5% | 33.8% | 8.4% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.6% | 95% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 95.6% | 91.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.7% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 92% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 5% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thirlmere Close was 36.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.6% lower than the Frodsham average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Thirlmere Close has the 35th highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Frodsham and the 527th lowest crime rate of 1,153 local areas in Cheshire West and Chester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Thirlmere Close, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-07-30 | £154,711 |
| 14 Thirlmere Close, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2025-03-26 | £493,929 |
| 18 Thirlmere Close, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-03-07 | £325,891 |
| 4 Thirlmere Close, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-12-10 | £301,945 |
| 32 Thirlmere Close, Frodsham, Cheshire West And Chester Detached, an established residential building | £261,000 | 2021-09-30 | £313,498 |
WA6 7LZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
WA6 7LZ 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 | 137 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frodsham Manor House Primary School Langdale Way , WA6 7LE | 3out of 4 | 116 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frodsham Weaver Vale Primary School Ship Street , WA6 7PZ | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Catholic Primary School The Willows , WA6 7QP | 4out of 4 | 704 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frodsham CofE Primary School School Lane , Overton WA6 6AF | 4out of 4 | 1,095 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillview Primary School Beechwood Avenue , Beechwood East WA7 3HB | 3out of 4 | 2,281 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Chads Catholic and Church of England High School Grangeway , WA7 5YH | 2out of 4 | 3,410 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heath School Clifton Road , WA7 4SY | 3out of 4 | 3,438 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Helsby High School Chester Road , Helsby WA6 0HY | 3out of 4 | 3,576 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy Barnfield Avenue , WA7 6EP | 2out of 4 | 3,995 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 | 4,490 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 | 2,636 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Corner School 70 Clifton Road , Runcorn WA7 4TD | - not rated | 3,061 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halton School 31 Main Street , Halton WA7 2AN | - not rated | 4,509 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Point College Picow Farm Road , WA7 4UN | - not rated | 5,201 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHINESE DELIGHT RESTAURANT | 15 Bridge Lane | 400 yd | |
| Moons Sandwich Bar | 1A Langdale Way | 430 yd | |
| Petals Vintage Tea Room | Robert Gleave And Sons, Home And Garden Centre Mill Lane, Sutton | 761 yd | |
| The Willow Tree | Robert Gleave And Sons, Home And Garden Centre Mill Lane, Sutton | 761 yd | |
| Frodsham Tandoori | 25 High Street | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helter Skelter | 31 Church Street | 947 yd | |
| Red Lion | The Red Lion, 17 High Street | 974 yd | |
| Amore | 4 High Street | 1,001 yd | |
| Cholmondeley arms | 12 Church Street | 1,021 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | The Golden Lion, 112 Main Street | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROUTE 56 | The Sandwich Bar, Home And Garden Centre Mill Lane, Sutton | 697 yd | |
| E J Fry Days | 37 Church Street | 941 yd | |
| Food@27 | 27 Church Street | 962 yd | |
| Pizza Pan | 8 Eddisbury Square | 986 yd | |
| Subway | 6 Eddisbury Square | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarkets | 10 - 16 High Street | 954 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saltworks Farm SHIP STREET | grass pitches | 756 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 | 39 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 70.25 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 70.25 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.