Kingham Close is in Widnes and in Halton district. WA8 0BJ is located in the Halton View electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingham Close, Widnes, WA8 0BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA8 0BL, WA8 0BN, WA8 0BH, WA8 0BQ, WA8 0AX, WA8 0BG, WA8 0BE, WA8 0BD, WA8 3JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA8 0BJ is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 46.7% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 53.1% | 53.3% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 WA8 0BJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.5% 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 | 49.2% | 55.5% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 17.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.9% | 29.1% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -15.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 8% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.3% | 37.2% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -11.2% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 31.6% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 24.4% | 11.1% | 12.7% | 11.7% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 6.5% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 WA8 0BJ this area, 32.4% 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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.1% | 32.4% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11.3% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 19.5% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.2% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13.2% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 16.5% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 94.7% | 92.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 97.6% | 93.7% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 94.2% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.1% | 76.7% | -2.6% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.9% | 37.2% | -10.3% |
| Christian | 61% | 46.2% | 14.8% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingham Close was 119.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.2% lower than the Appleton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingham Close has the 29th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Appleton and the 110th highest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Kingham Close, Widnes, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2023-07-12 | £88,733 |
| 22 Kingham Close, Widnes, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2023-06-29 | £100,718 |
| 2 Kingham Close, Widnes, Halton Other, an established residential building | £20,250 | 2023-05-03 | £22,026 |
| 22 Kingham Close, Widnes, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2023-02-21 | £75,070 |
| 6 Kingham Close, Widnes, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-03-05 | £133,625 |
WA8 0BJ 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 | 114 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 89 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Other | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Warrington Road Nursery School Naylor Road , Warrington Road Childrens Centre WA8 0BS | 4out of 4 | 350 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchfield Nursery School Victoria Avenue , WA8 7TH | 3out of 4 | 1,911 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Ditton Nursery School Dundalk Road , WA8 8DF | 3out of 4 | 3,057 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Catholic Primary School Edward Street , WA8 0BW | 3out of 4 | 90 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorfield Primary School School Way , Moorfield Road WA8 3HJ | 2out of 4 | 1,102 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Primary School Peelhouse Lane , WA8 6TH | 3out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Infant School Leigh Avenue , WA8 6EL | 4out of 4 | 1,550 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic Junior School Appleton Village , WA8 6EL | 4out of 4 | 1,584 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wade Deacon High School Birchfield Road , WA8 7TD | 4out of 4 | 1,821 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School Highfield Road , WA8 7DW | 3out of 4 | 2,211 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Chadwick Academy Liverpool Road , WA8 7HU | 4out of 4 | 3,555 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Sankey High School Barrow Hall Lane , Great Sankey WA5 3AA | 3out of 4 | 4,914 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penketh High School Heath Road , Penketh WA5 2BY | 2out of 4 | 4,923 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside College Halton Kingsway , WA8 7QQ | - not rated | 2,046 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 | 4,593 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfields School Moorfield Road , WA8 3JA | 4out of 4 | 358 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesnut Lodge Special School Green Lane , Ditton WA8 7HF | 3out of 4 | 3,000 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley High School Cawfield Avenue , WA8 7HG | 4out of 4 | 3,126 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Chadwick Road , Astmoor WA7 1PW | 3out of 4 | 3,778 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halton School 31 Main Street , Halton WA7 2AN | - not rated | 4,824 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Velocity Park | Bennetts Lane, Widnes | 420 yd | |
| Reidy's Cafe | 1a Page Lane, Widnes | 770 yd | |
| Zena's Cafe | 96 Albert Road, Widnes | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle | 194 Warrington Road, Widnes | 119 yd | |
| Eight Towers | Weates Close, Widnes | 203 yd | |
| Mill Brow Snooker/Social Club | Mill Brow, Widnes | 725 yd | |
| The Artisan Mill | Mill Brow, Widnes | 725 yd | |
| The Crows Nest | Moorfield Road, Widnes | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baba's Indian Kitchen | 200 Warrington Road, Widnes | 152 yd | |
| Curry King | 55-61 Halton View Road, Widnes | 287 yd | |
| Cam Lee | 124 Moorfield Road, Widnes | 756 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 1a Page Lane, Widnes | 770 yd | |
| Maries Chippy | 30 Millfield Road, Widnes | 889 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crow Wood Park Bancroft Road | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Widnes) CROSS STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,054 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 201.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.