Launceston Close is in Brookvale, Runcorn and in Halton district. WA7 6BA is located in the Halton Lea electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Launceston Close, Brookvale, Runcorn, WA7 6BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA7 6AZ, WA7 6AU, WA7 6BB, WA7 6AY, WA7 6AX, WA7 6AS, WA7 6AT, WA7 6AR, WA7 6AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA7 6BA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.8% | 50.9% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 44.2% | 49.1% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 6BA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.6% 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% | 51.6% | 1.6% | 37.9% | 13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25% | 26.6% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -17.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 18.3% | 15.2% | -3.1% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 57% | 48.8% | -8.2% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 27.7% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 14% | 6.5% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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.
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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26% | 26.5% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 28.4% | 13.5% | -14.9% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 17.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 20% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 15.9% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 4.3% | 4.1% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 98.1% | 95.2% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
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 | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 94.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66% | 76.7% | -10.7% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 29% | 13.5% | 15.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Launceston Close was 372.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 112.2% higher than the Halton Lea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Launceston Close has the 2nd highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Halton Lea and the 12th highest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 295.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Launceston Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-02-20 | £116,131 |
| 17 Launceston Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2021-03-29 | £195,071 |
| 17 Launceston Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2020-11-10 | £102,542 |
| 21 Launceston Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2007-08-31 | £123,057 |
| 17 Launceston Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2005-07-29 | £116,378 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookvale Primary School Northwich Road , Brookvale WA7 6BZ | 4out of 4 | 527 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Palace Fields Primary Academy Badger Close , Palace Fields WA7 2QW | 3out of 4 | 752 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Murdishaw West Community Primary School Barnfield Avenue , Murdishaw WA7 6EP | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Mother of the Saviour Catholic Primary School Lapwing Grove , Palacefields WA7 2TP | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorsewood Primary School Gorsewood Road , Murdishaw WA7 6ES | 3out of 4 | 1,147 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy Barnfield Avenue , WA7 6EP | 2out of 4 | 474 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chads Catholic and Church of England High School Grangeway , WA7 5YH | 2out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandymoor Ormiston Academy Sandymoor Orminston Academy , Wharford Lane WA7 1QU | - not rated | 3,135 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heath School Clifton Road , WA7 4SY | 3out of 4 | 3,574 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,148 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halton School 31 Main Street , Halton WA7 2AN | - not rated | 2,033 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Chadwick Road , Astmoor WA7 1PW | 3out of 4 | 2,954 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish High Academy Lincoln Close , WA7 4YX | 4out of 4 | 3,169 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Corner School 70 Clifton Road , Runcorn WA7 4TD | - not rated | 3,358 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Point College Picow Farm Road , WA7 4UN | - not rated | 5,449 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perky Grinders | Unit 2 Jack Search Way, Murdishaw | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen of Hearts Public House | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Kee Chinese | Unit 1 Padstow Square, Runcorn | 474 yd | |
| Murdishaw Supper Bar | The Ridgeway, Runcorn | 854 yd | |
| Palacefields Take Away | Palace Fields Local Centre, Palace Fields | 1,025 yd | |
| Subway | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | The Ridgeway, Runcorn | 853 yd | |
| Aldi | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy BARNFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 371 yd |
| Brookvale Recreation Centre BARNFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 392 yd |
| Stockham Lodge Racquet And Health Club (Closed) Stockham Lane | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 499 yd |
| Runcorn Snowsports Centre STOCKHAM LANE | ski slopes | 537 yd |
| Brookvale Primary School NORTHWICH ROAD | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Murdishaw West Cp School BARNFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Millbank Linnets Stadium RUNCORN LINNETS FC RUNCORN LINNETS FC MURDISHAW AVENUE | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Halton Sports Playing Field Stockham Lane | grass pitches | 777 yd |
| Woodside Playing Fields Palacefields Avenue | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Palace Fields Primary Academy BADGER CLOSE | grass pitches | 857 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 | 38.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 50.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 50.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.