Moughland Lane is in Runcorn and in Halton district. WA7 4SF is located in the Beechwood & Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moughland Lane, Runcorn, WA7 4SF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA7 4RJ, WA7 4NZ, WA7 4RH, WA7 4PB, WA7 4RG, WA7 4NY, WA7 4SN, WA7 4SG, WA7 4NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA7 4SF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.3% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.7% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 WA7 4SF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% 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 | 22.6% | 27% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 58.1% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 13.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 7.3% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 48.4% | 47.7% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 36.2% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 11.7% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 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 WA7 4SF this area, 7.3% 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 | 13.4% | 7.3% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 9.7% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 15.4% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 23.1% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 37.7% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 3.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.3% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 98.6% | 95.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 95.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.9% | 76.7% | 15.2% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moughland Lane was 6.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.4% lower than the Beechwood & Heath average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Moughland Lane has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Beechwood & Heath and the 9th lowest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Moughland Lane, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2020-04-03 | £497,662 |
| 61 Moughland Lane, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2020-03-24 | £375,866 |
| 69 Moughland Lane, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2017-05-24 | £358,442 |
| 53 Moughland Lane, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2015-10-19 | £317,563 |
| 55 Moughland Lane, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2015-03-27 | £274,814 |
WA7 4SF 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 | 111 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 4,599 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 | 4,964 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clement's Catholic Primary School Oxford Road , WA7 4NX | 3out of 4 | 176 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Road Primary School Victoria Road , WA7 5BN | 3out of 4 | 725 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pewithall School Kenilworth avenue , WA7 4XQ | 4out of 4 | 733 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary School Clayton Crescent , WA7 4TR | 2out of 4 | 891 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Point Community Primary School Castner Avenue , Weston Point WA7 4EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,087 yd | Community 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 | 1,015 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chads Catholic and Church of England High School Grangeway , WA7 5YH | 2out of 4 | 1,850 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy Barnfield Avenue , WA7 6EP | 2out of 4 | 4,817 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School Highfield Road , WA8 7DW | 3out of 4 | 5,132 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Chadwick Academy Liverpool Road , WA8 7HU | 4out of 4 | 5,244 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,946 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 | 1,528 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 | 1,098 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Corner School 70 Clifton Road , Runcorn WA7 4TD | - not rated | 1,401 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish High Academy Lincoln Close , WA7 4YX | 4out of 4 | 1,835 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halton School 31 Main Street , Halton WA7 2AN | - not rated | 2,790 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Chadwick Road , Astmoor WA7 1PW | 3out of 4 | 2,916 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bakehouse (Cheshire) Ltd | 2 Highlands Road, Runcorn | 518 yd | |
| Starbucks | Bridge Retail Park, Thomas Jones Way | 986 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Drive Thru | Crosville Way, Runcorn | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runcorn Sports Club | Moughland Lane, Runcorn | 419 yd | |
| Runcorn Conny Club | 6 Balfour Street, Runcorn | 636 yd | |
| Runcorn Golf Club | Clifton Road, Runcorn | 637 yd | |
| Red Admiral | 2 Boston Avenue, Runcorn | 768 yd | |
| The Lion Hotel | 100 Greenway Road, Runcorn | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langdale Fish Bar | 48 Langdale Road, Runcorn | 439 yd | |
| Just Thai Food (at The Conny Club) | 6 Balfour Street, Runcorn | 559 yd | |
| Betta Snax | 94 Shaw Street, Runcorn | 836 yd | |
| Greek Doner Kebab | 1 New Street, Runcorn | 844 yd | |
| Subway | Thomas Jones Way, Runcorn | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 66-70 Balfour Street, Runcorn | 704 yd | |
| Heron Foods Ltd. | Linkway, Runcorn | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Clement'S Catholic Primary School OXFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 157 yd |
| Runcorn Sports Club MOUGHLAND LANE | grass pitches | 376 yd |
| Runcorn Heath Playing Fields Heath Road South | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| Pewithall Primary School KENILWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Runcorn Golf Club CLIFTON ROAD | golf | 658 yd |
| Heath Leisure THE HEATH BUSINESS & TECHNICAL PARK | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 745 yd |
| The Heath School CLIFTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Flett'S Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Greenway Road | health and fitness suite | 907 yd |
| Pure Gym (Runcorn) Bridge Retail Park Bridge Retail Park Thomas Jones Way | health and fitness suite | 949 yd |
| Westfield Primary School CLAYTON CRESCENT | grass pitches | 986 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 | 43.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 190.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.