Overview of WA8 8SL

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Eastway is in Widnes and in Halton district. WA8 8SL is located in the Highfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Eastway, Widnes, WA8 8SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WA8 8SQ, WA8 8SJ, WA8 8DH, WA8 8SA, WA8 8SF, WA8 8SB, WA8 7HL, WA8 8SG, WA8 8AA.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA8 8SL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% of residents 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female53.3%48.2%-5.1% 51.0% -2.8%
Male46.7%51.8%5.1% 49.0% 2.8%

Partnership Status

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 8SL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.2% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single39%43.2%4.2% 37.9% 5.3%
Married: Opposite sex43.2%39%-4.2% 44.2% -5.2%
Separated2.3%3.4%1.1% 2.2% 1.2%
Divorced9.4%9.5%0.1% 9.1% 0.4%
Widowed6.1%4.9%-1.2% 6.1% -1.2%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health48.7%38.6%-10.1% 48.4% -9.8%
Good health31.4%34.9%3.5% 33.6% 1.3%
Fair health15.3%11.4%-3.9% 12.7% -1.3%
Bad health3.4%11.4%8.0% 4.0% 7.4%
Very bad health1.1%3.7%2.6% 1.2% 2.5%

Education and Qualifications

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications20.2%24.6%4.4% 18.2% 6.4%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 18.3%10.6%-7.7% 9.6% 1.0%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels23%14.8%-8.2% 13.4% 1.4%
Apprenticeship6.6%6.8%0.2% 5.3% 1.5%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels11.7%17.4%5.7% 16.9% 0.5%
Degree or Similar16.9%23.1%6.2% 33.8% -10.7%
Other3.3%2.7%-0.6% 2.8% -0.1%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Black African0%0.3%0.3% 2.5% -2.2%
Black Caribbean0%0.3%0.3% 1.0% -0.7%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%0.3%0.3% 0.9% -0.6%
White100%99%-1.0% 81.4% 17.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 98% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom97.3%98%0.7% 83.2% 14.8%
European Union0.4%2%1.6% 6.1% -4.1%
Middle East and Asia0.4%0%-0.4% 5.6% -5.6%
The Americas and the Caribbean0.8%0%-0.8% 1.3% -1.3%
British Overseas1.1%0%-1.1% 0.0% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK97.3%98%0.7% 83.2% 14.8%
10+ Years0%0.3%0.3% 9.8% -9.5%
5-10 Years0%0.7%0.7% 2.9% -2.2%
2-5 Years1.1%1%-0.1% 2.2% -1.2%
Less than 2 years1.5%0%-1.5% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom80.9% 76.7% 4.2%
Germany0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Poland0.7% 1.3% -0.6%
Other EU countries0.7% 1.5% -0.8%
South and Eastern Africa0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
No passport held17.1% 13.5% 3.6%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion32.9% 37.2% -4.3%
Christian59.4% 46.2% 13.2%
Not answered7.7% 6.0% 1.7%

Safety

Is Eastway Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eastway was 40.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.8% lower than the Bankfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Eastway has the 21st lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Bankfield and the 136th lowest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.0%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

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.

Average Household Income
£33,700
Income Rank
2/10

Household Income in WA8 8SL, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Eastway are based on 4 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Halton.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Eastway, Widnes, WA8 8SL

Estimated Average Property Prices for WA8 8SL

Average Price
£133,032
Semi-Detached
£155,016
Terraced
£111,048
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Eastway

Average Price
£136,213
Semi-Detached
£158,539
Terraced
£113,887
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on EastwayStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
1 Eastway, Widnes, Halton
Terraced, an established residential building
£70,0002021-02-22 £92,226
8 Eastway, Widnes, Halton
Terraced, an established residential building
£98,0002020-11-05 £135,548
11 Eastway, Widnes, Halton
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£64,9502003-09-05 £157,278
2 Eastway, Widnes, Halton
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£39,9502000-11-03 £159,800
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WA8 8SL

Employment

WA8 8SL 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee91
Retired68
Long-Term Sick or disabled33
Part-Time Employee27
Self-Employed10
Unemployed9
Student (economically inactive)9
Full-Time Student (with or without job)6
Looking after home or family6
Other5

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles31
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security18
Human health and social work activities18
Manufacturing14
Construction13
Education12
Other9
Accommodation and food service activities7
Transport and storage7
Professional, scientific and technical activities5
Information and communication4
Real estate activities2
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 2
Administrative and support service activities2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities2
Financial and insurance activities1

Schools

Nursery

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 4 570 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Birchfield Nursery School
Victoria Avenue , WA8 7TH
3out of 4 2,021 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 3,326 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Ditton Primary School
Liverpool Road , WA8 7HD
1out of 4 688 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
St Michaels Catholic Primary School
St Michael's Road , WA8 8TD
3out of 4 1,054 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Oakfield Community Primary School
Edinburgh Road , WA8 8BQ
3out of 4 1,106 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
All Saints Upton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Hough Green Road , WA8 4PG
3out of 4 1,450 yd Voluntary controlled school No Mixed More About School
St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School
Spinney Avenue , Hough Green WA8 8LD
2out of 4 1,539 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Ormiston Chadwick Academy
Liverpool Road , WA8 7HU
4out of 4 348 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School
Highfield Road , WA8 7DW
3out of 4 1,450 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Wade Deacon High School
Birchfield Road , WA8 7TD
4out of 4 1,908 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Rainhill High School
Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY
3out of 4 5,123 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Riverside College Halton
Kingsway , WA8 7QQ
- not rated 1,901 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Grange School
Latham Avenue , WA7 5DX
2out of 4 5,304 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Ashley High School
Cawfield Avenue , WA8 7HG
4out of 4 453 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Chesnut Lodge Special School
Green Lane , Ditton WA8 7HF
3out of 4 578 yd Community special school Yes Mixed More About School
Brookfields School
Moorfield Road , WA8 3JA
4out of 4 3,674 yd Academy special converter Yes Mixed More About School
Weston Point College
Picow Farm Road , WA7 4UN
- not rated 4,252 yd Other independent special school No Mixed More About School
Tower College
Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE
- not rated 4,556 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Olive Tree by HHT at Naughtonfields241 Liverpool Road, Widnes193 yd
The Orange Tree BistroAshley Green, Widnes310 yd
Cuppaccino's218 Liverpool Road, Widnes377 yd
Sainsbury's Widnes Call Centre - Staff CafeRoyal Avenue, Widnes839 yd
Vinci Staff CafeDitton Road (West), Widnes932 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The WoodlandsLiverpool Road, Widnes209 yd
The Wellington34 Prescot Road, Widnes378 yd
Blundell ArmsHale Road, Widnes378 yd
United Service Social ClubPrescot Road, Widnes521 yd
Ball Hotel173 Liverpool Road, Widnes526 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Ditton Deli101a Hale Road, Widnes347 yd
Golden Flower5 Alexander Drive, Widnes360 yd
Chestnut Lodge Supper Bar208-210 Liverpool Road, Widnes403 yd
Harry's Fish Bar9 Queens Avenue, Widnes836 yd
Grillionaire33 Queens Avenue, Widnes839 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Co-operative Group231 Liverpool Road, Widnes214 yd
Co-operative GroupHale Road, Widnes932 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Ashley High School
CAWFIELD AVENUE
grass pitches365 yd
Ormiston Chadwick Academy
LIVERPOOL ROAD
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts390 yd
Chesnut Lodge School
GREEN LANE
swimming pool483 yd
Ditton Primary School
LIVEPOOL ROAD
grass pitches602 yd
Club Fitness Ltd (Closed)
Heath Road
health and fitness suite, squash courts669 yd
Widnes Rufc
HEATH ROAD
grass pitches, squash courts669 yd
Widnes St Maries Amateur Rugby League Football Club (Closed)
Brentfield
grass pitches707 yd
King George V Playing Fields
Dundalk Road
grass pitches707 yd
Frank Myler Pavilion
LIVERPOOL ROAD
grass pitches755 yd
Prescott Road Playing Fields
Prescot Road
grass pitches872 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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 81.3%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 81.3%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 81.3%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed77.4 Mbit/s
Average download speed109 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed350 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed350 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed15 Mbit/s
Average upload speed15.6 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed35 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.