Schooner Close is in Murdishaw, Runcorn and in Halton district. WA7 6DB is located in the Norton South & Preston Brook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Schooner Close, Murdishaw, Runcorn, WA7 6DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA7 6DD, WA7 6DE, WA7 6DA, WA7 6DF, WA7 6DR, WA7 6JE, WA7 6DP, WA7 6JA, WA7 6ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA7 6DB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 54.8% | 53% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 45.2% | 47% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 41.9% | 41.5% | -0.4% | 37.9% | 3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.3% | 39.3% | 3.0% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5.2% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 50.3% | 46.3% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 25.6% | 26.8% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 13.7% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 9.8% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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.
In the area around WA7 6DB this area, 31.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 31.6% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 14% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 17.1% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 14.9% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.3% | 18.4% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 0.9% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 96.1% | 94.2% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 95.5% | 92.1% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 91.5% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.3% | 76.7% | -5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Schooner Close was 130.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.5% lower than the Halton Lea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Schooner Close has the 10th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Halton Lea and the 98th highest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 98.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Schooner Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £93,500 | 2023-03-17 | £105,455 |
| 6 Schooner Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2022-06-23 | £100,824 |
| 16 Schooner Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £41,000 | 2012-10-26 | £76,043 |
| 6 Schooner Close, Runcorn, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £30,050 | 2003-08-01 | £80,704 |
WA7 6DB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murdishaw West Community Primary School Barnfield Avenue , Murdishaw WA7 6EP | 3out of 4 | 140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorsewood Primary School Gorsewood Road , Murdishaw WA7 6ES | 3out of 4 | 322 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's Catholic Primary School St Martin's Lane , Murdishaw WA7 6HZ | 3out of 4 | 354 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookvale Primary School Northwich Road , Brookvale WA7 6BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,228 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Berteline's CofE Primary School Norton Lane , Norton WA7 6QN | 4out of 4 | 1,309 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 570 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandymoor Ormiston Academy Sandymoor Orminston Academy , Wharford Lane WA7 1QU | - not rated | 2,710 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chads Catholic and Church of England High School Grangeway , WA7 5YH | 2out of 4 | 3,381 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heath School Clifton Road , WA7 4SY | 3out of 4 | 4,448 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 | 3,906 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 | 2,682 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Chadwick Road , Astmoor WA7 1PW | 3out of 4 | 3,454 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish High Academy Lincoln Close , WA7 4YX | 4out of 4 | 4,057 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Corner School 70 Clifton Road , Runcorn WA7 4TD | - not rated | 4,241 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| O2 Staff Canteen | Chester Road, Preston Brook | 787 yd | |
| Perky Grinders | Unit 2 Jack Search Way, Murdishaw | 805 yd | |
| Harrow Estates Staff Restaurant | Chester Road, Preston Brook | 1,038 yd | |
| Diageo Packaging Restaurant | Aston Lane North, Runcorn | 1,051 yd | |
| E-Scape Eco-Trail and Cafe | Hill Top Road, Preston Brook | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen of Hearts Public House | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 810 yd | |
| Beefeater | Chester Road, Preston Brook | 882 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murdishaw Supper Bar | The Ridgeway, Runcorn | 239 yd | |
| Food To Go (At Spar) | 2 Bridgewater Grange, Runcorn | 892 yd | |
| Subway | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | The Ridgeway, Runcorn | 241 yd | |
| Aldi | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Murdishaw West Cp School BARNFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 245 yd |
| St Martin'S Catholic Primary School ST. MARTINS LANE | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Brookvale Recreation Centre BARNFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 548 yd |
| Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy BARNFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Millbank Linnets Stadium RUNCORN LINNETS FC RUNCORN LINNETS FC MURDISHAW AVENUE | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| Halton Sports Playing Field Stockham Lane | grass pitches | 867 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.92 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.92 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.