Bellingham Drive is in Runcorn and in Halton district. WA7 4XN is located in the Beechwood & Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halton. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bellingham Drive, Runcorn, WA7 4XN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA7 4SG, WA7 4XL, WA7 4SQ, WA7 4PB, WA7 4SN, WA7 4PA, WA7 4UZ, WA7 4BF, WA7 4XG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA7 4XN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55% | 50.4% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 45% | 49.6% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 22.8% | 27.6% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 47.1% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 8.1% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 15.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 9.3% |
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 | 41.1% | 41.6% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 35.2% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 22.5% | 18% | -4.5% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 25.6% | 20.6% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10.8% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 17% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 16.1% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 24.7% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.7% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| White | 100% | 98.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 99.6% | 96.8% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 96.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 61% | 46.2% | 14.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bellingham Drive was 32.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.8% lower than the Beechwood & Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bellingham Drive has the 21st lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Beechwood & Heath and the 112th lowest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Bellingham Drive, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £291,000 | 2024-05-30 | £308,169 |
| 1 Bellingham Drive, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-03-01 | £361,506 |
| 1A Bellingham Drive, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2014-11-20 | £355,203 |
| 17 Bellingham Drive, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2014-06-16 | £211,075 |
| 19 Bellingham Drive, Runcorn, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2014-05-02 | £198,206 |
WA7 4XN 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 WA7 4XN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,824 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 | 5,110 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 | 325 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pewithall School Kenilworth avenue , WA7 4XQ | 4out of 4 | 503 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Road Primary School Victoria Road , WA7 5BN | 3out of 4 | 917 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Point Community Primary School Castner Avenue , Weston Point WA7 4EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary School Clayton Crescent , WA7 4TR | 2out of 4 | 1,123 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 | 778 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chads Catholic and Church of England High School Grangeway , WA7 5YH | 2out of 4 | 1,655 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy Barnfield Avenue , WA7 6EP | 2out of 4 | 4,629 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School Highfield Road , WA8 7DW | 3out of 4 | 5,339 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 4,143 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 | 1,463 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Corner School 70 Clifton Road , Runcorn WA7 4TD | - not rated | 1,162 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Point College Picow Farm Road , WA7 4UN | - not rated | 1,303 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish High Academy Lincoln Close , WA7 4YX | 4out of 4 | 1,597 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halton School 31 Main Street , Halton WA7 2AN | - not rated | 2,679 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Chadwick Road , Astmoor WA7 1PW | 3out of 4 | 2,889 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 | 737 yd | |
| Coffee Zone | 27D Linkway, Runcorn | 934 yd | |
| Hope Corner | 70 Clifton Road, Runcorn | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runcorn Golf Club | Clifton Road, Runcorn | 426 yd | |
| Runcorn Sports Club | Moughland Lane, Runcorn | 652 yd | |
| Red Admiral | 2 Boston Avenue, Runcorn | 672 yd | |
| Runcorn Conny Club | 6 Balfour Street, Runcorn | 873 yd | |
| The Lion Hotel | 100 Greenway Road, Runcorn | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langdale Fish Bar | 48 Langdale Road, Runcorn | 533 yd | |
| Just Thai Food (at The Conny Club) | 6 Balfour Street, Runcorn | 794 yd | |
| Mr Pizza | Unit 2 Cherry Tree Pub, Linkway | 858 yd | |
| Festival Way Fish Bar | 14 Festival Way, Runcorn | 977 yd | |
| Betta Snax | 94 Shaw Street, Runcorn | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods Ltd. | Linkway, Runcorn | 859 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | 66-70 Balfour Street, Runcorn | 941 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | 7 Grangeway, Runcorn | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Clement'S Catholic Primary School OXFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 371 yd |
| Pewithall Primary School KENILWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 407 yd |
| Runcorn Heath Playing Fields Heath Road South | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Runcorn Golf Club CLIFTON ROAD | golf | 440 yd |
| Heath Leisure THE HEATH BUSINESS & TECHNICAL PARK | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 582 yd |
| Runcorn Sports Club MOUGHLAND LANE | grass pitches | 613 yd |
| The Heath School CLIFTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 644 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 | 285 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.