Redtail Close is in Runcorn and in Halton district. WA7 1GN is located in the Mersey & Weston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halton. This postcode has been in use since 2005-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Redtail Close, Runcorn, WA7 1GN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA7 1QT, WA7 1GP, WA7 1ER, WA7 1NB, WA7 1ES, WA7 1GQ, WA7 1GL, WA7 1EQ, WA7 1NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA7 1GN 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 | 53.6% | 51.2% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.8% | 2.4% | 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 area around WA7 1GN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.8% | 57.1% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 19.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.5% | 18.3% | -11.2% | 44.2% | -25.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 4.2% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 12.9% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 7.5% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.3% | 46.9% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 35% | 33% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 12.2% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.7% | -0.8% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.6% | 22.3% | -14.3% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 15.3% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 19% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.4% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.4% | 15.3% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.7% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.6% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 99.1% | 94.9% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 4.7% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 95.3% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 41.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Redtail Close was 56.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.5% higher than the Beechwood & Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Redtail Close has the 29th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Beechwood & Heath and the 174th lowest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% 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 Redtail Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-06-09 | £147,388 |
| 11 Redtail Close, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2023-05-10 | £147,273 |
| 8 Redtail Close, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-11-26 | £176,550 |
| 16 Redtail Close, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2019-07-08 | £169,019 |
| 1 Redtail Close, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2019-06-07 | £193,009 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Ditton Nursery School Dundalk Road , WA8 8DF | 3out of 4 | 3,087 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Warrington Road Nursery School Naylor Road , Warrington Road Childrens Centre WA8 0BS | 4out of 4 | 4,052 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchfield Nursery School Victoria Avenue , WA8 7TH | 3out of 4 | 4,279 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runcorn All Saints CofE Primary School Church Street , WA7 1LD | 3out of 4 | 727 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary School Clayton Crescent , WA7 4TR | 2out of 4 | 818 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Widnes Academy Cholmondeley Street , WA8 0EL | 3out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Road Primary School Victoria Road , WA7 5BN | 3out of 4 | 1,062 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clement's Catholic Primary School Oxford Road , WA7 4NX | 3out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Heath School Clifton Road , WA7 4SY | 3out of 4 | 2,579 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chads Catholic and Church of England High School Grangeway , WA7 5YH | 2out of 4 | 3,221 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Chadwick Academy Liverpool Road , WA8 7HU | 4out of 4 | 3,697 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School Highfield Road , WA8 7DW | 3out of 4 | 3,748 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wade Deacon High School Birchfield Road , WA8 7TD | 4out of 4 | 3,998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside College Halton Kingsway , WA8 7QQ | - not rated | 2,677 yd | Further education | 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 | 2,437 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Point College Picow Farm Road , WA7 4UN | - not rated | 1,016 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Corner School 70 Clifton Road , Runcorn WA7 4TD | - not rated | 2,967 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesnut Lodge Special School Green Lane , Ditton WA8 7HF | 3out of 4 | 3,278 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley High School Cawfield Avenue , WA8 7HG | 4out of 4 | 3,330 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Chadwick Road , Astmoor WA7 1PW | 3out of 4 | 3,368 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sizzles Cafe | 6 Cormorant Drive, Runcorn | 562 yd | |
| Melenio | 60 Devonshire Place, Runcorn | 597 yd | |
| Space RUNCORN CIC | 50 Regent Street, Runcorn | 614 yd | |
| Tekosta Cafe & Pizza | 48-50 Church Street, Runcorn | 755 yd | |
| The Cafe | 6A Chandlers Court, Picow Farm Road | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Hotel | 40 Wellington Street, Runcorn | 543 yd | |
| Bridge View | 78 High Street, Runcorn | 561 yd | |
| Clarendon Hotel | 101 Church Street, Runcorn | 596 yd | |
| The Barley Mow | 56 Church Street, Runcorn | 737 yd | |
| The Lion Hotel | 100 Greenway Road, Runcorn | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runcorn Kebab House | 70 High Street, Runcorn | 561 yd | |
| Chicago Pizza | 56 Devonshire Place, Runcorn | 593 yd | |
| Win Noodle | 6 Regent Street, Runcorn | 630 yd | |
| Chefway | 44 Regent Street, Runcorn | 642 yd | |
| Miami Pizza | 11 Regent Street, Runcorn | 650 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | Granville Street, Runcorn | 774 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Granville Street, Runcorn | 774 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | 66-70 Balfour Street, Runcorn | 869 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gem Chems (Closed) Picow Farm Road | grass pitches | 496 yd |
| Flett'S Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Greenway Road | health and fitness suite | 788 yd |
| Westfield Primary School CLAYTON CRESCENT | grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Pure Gym (Runcorn) Bridge Retail Park Bridge Retail Park Thomas Jones Way | health and fitness suite | 940 yd |
| Body F X HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 954 yd |
| Body Fx 2 (Ladies Only) (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 988 yd |
| Macdermott Road Playing Fields (Closed) Macdermott Road | grass pitches | 990 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 | 37.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.