Quay Place is in Preston Brook, Runcorn and in Halton district. WA7 3LD is located in the Norton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Quay Place, Preston Brook, Runcorn, WA7 3LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA7 6RE, WA7 3LB, WA7 3LE, WA7 6RA, WA7 6RB, WA7 6HN, WA7 6RD, WA7 6HJ, WA7 6JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA7 3LD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 51% | 52.6% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 49% | 47.4% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 30.3% | 35% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 46.7% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 9.8% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 5.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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% | 38.1% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 35% | 43.7% | 8.7% | 33.6% | 10.1% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10.8% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.3% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 22.9% | 18.7% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 10.7% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.7% | 17.8% | -6.9% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 24.8% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 25.2% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 100% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 98.9% | 95.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Quay Place was 56.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% lower than the Halton Lea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Quay Place has the 14th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Halton Lea and the 183rd lowest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Quay Place, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-07-02 | £258,986 |
| 12 Quay Place, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2017-05-26 | £187,029 |
| 16 Quay Place, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2016-03-29 | £223,084 |
| 14 Quay Place, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2014-06-27 | £226,248 |
| 6 Quay Place, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2013-12-06 | £221,879 |
WA7 3LD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Nursery School Stonehills Lane , WA7 5XB | - not rated | 4,419 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martin's Catholic Primary School and Preschool St Martin's Lane , Murdishaw WA7 6HZ | 2out of 4 | 471 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorsewood Primary School Gorsewood Road , Murdishaw WA7 6ES | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Murdishaw West Community Primary School Barnfield Avenue , Murdishaw WA7 6EP | 3out of 4 | 863 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Berteline's CofE Primary School Norton Lane , Norton WA7 6QN | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Berteline's CofE Primary School Norton Lane , Norton WA7 6QN | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookvale Comprehensive School Barnfield Avenue , Murdishaw WA7 6EP | - not rated | 1,244 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy Barnfield Avenue , WA7 6EP | 2out of 4 | 1,357 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halton High School Barnfield Avenue , Murdishaw WA7 6EP | - not rated | 1,357 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandymoor Ormiston Academy Sandymoor Ormiston Academy , Wharford Lane WA7 1QU | 3out of 4 | 1,932 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Priory High School Castlefields Avenue East , WA7 2NT | - not rated | 1,970 yd | Community school | 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 | 3out of 4 | 4,103 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Latham Avenue , WA7 5DX | - not rated | 4,103 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rivacre Brook Westways , Hooton Park Lane CH65 1AN | - not rated | 2,803 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halton House School Halton Station Road , Sutton Weaver WA7 3EW | - not rated | 3,213 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| KS4 PRU Chadwick Road , Astmoor Industrial Estate WA7 1PW | - not rated | 3,318 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Chadwick Road , Astmoor WA7 1PW | 3out of 4 | 3,359 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish High Academy Lincoln Close , WA7 4YX | 4out of 4 | 4,593 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dead Parrott Restaurant | 3300 Daresbury Park, Daresbury | 964 yd | |
| E-Scape Eco-Trail and Cafe | Hill Top Road, Preston Brook | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murdishaw Supper Bar | The Ridgeway, Runcorn | 651 yd | |
| Subway | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 772 yd | |
| Food To Go (At Spar) | 2 Bridgewater Grange, Runcorn | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | The Ridgeway, Runcorn | 651 yd | |
| Aldi | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 772 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Martin'S Catholic Primary School ST. MARTINS LANE | grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Murdishaw West Cp School BARNFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| St Bertelines Ce Aided Primary School NORTON LANE | grass pitches | 1,050 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 159.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.