Pochard Rise is in Norton, Runcorn and in Halton district. WA7 6SS is located in the Norton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Weaver Vale. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pochard Rise, Norton, Runcorn, WA7 6SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA7 6SZ, WA7 6PW, WA7 6PN, WA7 6SY, WA7 6ST, WA7 6PL, WA7 6SU, WA7 6PZ, WA7 6QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA7 6SS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.8% 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 | 51.1% | 54.8% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 3.8% |
| Male | 48.9% | 45.2% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -3.8% |
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% | 40.4% | 10.1% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 45.8% | -13.6% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 8.8% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 2% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.2% | 52.4% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 35.2% | -5.1% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 10% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 11.6% | 10.7% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.5% | 9.9% | -11.6% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 19% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 24.8% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 7.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 31% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.5% | 93.8% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.8% | 96.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 95.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pochard Rise was 20.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.5% lower than the Daresbury, Moore & Sandymoor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pochard Rise has the 6th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Daresbury, Moore & Sandymoor and the 67th lowest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Pochard Rise, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2026-02-27 | £310,000 |
| 19 Pochard Rise, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2025-09-30 | £361,249 |
| 48 Pochard Rise, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-02-28 | £296,906 |
| 9 Pochard Rise, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2022-11-11 | £278,752 |
| 46 Pochard Rise, Runcorn, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £271,000 | 2022-01-21 | £326,828 |
WA7 6SS 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.
The percentage of student residents living in WA7 6SS area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Nursery School Stonehills Lane , WA7 5XB | - not rated | 3,826 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Berteline's CofE Primary School Norton Lane , Norton WA7 6QN | - not rated | 412 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Berteline's CofE Primary School Norton Lane , Norton WA7 6QN | - not rated | 412 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill Hill Primary School Windmill Hill , WA7 6QE | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martin's Catholic Primary School and Preschool St Martin's Lane , Murdishaw WA7 6HZ | 2out of 4 | 897 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorsewood Primary School Gorsewood Road , Murdishaw WA7 6ES | 3out of 4 | 935 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Priory High School Castlefields Avenue East , WA7 2NT | - not rated | 1,310 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookvale Comprehensive School Barnfield Avenue , Murdishaw WA7 6EP | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy Barnfield Avenue , WA7 6EP | 2out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halton High School Barnfield Avenue , Murdishaw WA7 6EP | - not rated | 1,484 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandymoor Ormiston Academy Sandymoor Ormiston Academy , Wharford Lane WA7 1QU | 3out of 4 | 1,704 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 3,530 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange School Latham Avenue , WA7 5DX | - not rated | 3,530 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 | 2,221 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| KS4 PRU Chadwick Road , Astmoor Industrial Estate WA7 1PW | - not rated | 2,665 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Chadwick Road , Astmoor WA7 1PW | 3out of 4 | 2,707 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halton House School Halton Station Road , Sutton Weaver WA7 3EW | - not rated | 3,174 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cavendish High Academy Lincoln Close , WA7 4YX | 4out of 4 | 4,227 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 Windmill | Windmill Hill Avenue West, Runcorn | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 339 yd | |
| Murdishaw Supper Bar | The Ridgeway, Runcorn | 930 yd | |
| Windmill Hill Supper Bar | Windmill Hill Avenue West, Runcorn | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Jack Search Way, Runcorn | 339 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | The Ridgeway, Runcorn | 929 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Windmill Hill Avenue West, Runcorn | 1,084 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Bertelines Ce Aided Primary School NORTON LANE | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| St Martin'S Catholic Primary School ST. MARTINS LANE | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| Windmill Hill Cp School NORTON HILL | grass pitches | 930 yd |
| Murdishaw West Cp School BARNFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,077 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 | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 257.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.