Lune Way is in Widnes and in Halton district. WA8 8YQ is located in the Bankfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halton. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lune Way, Widnes, WA8 8YQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA8 8ET, WA8 8ES, WA8 8XX, WA8 8XY, WA8 8EP, WA8 8EW, WA8 8YG, WA8 8EY, WA8 8YJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA8 8YQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 56.1% | 53.8% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 43.9% | 46.2% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 8YQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.8% 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 | 45.6% | 44.8% | -0.8% | 37.9% | 6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.6% | 26.1% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -18.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 4.4% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 17% | 15.8% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 8.9% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 (69.8%) 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 | 39.5% | 41% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 28.8% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 17% | 19.4% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 9% | 7.2% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 8YQ this area, 33.7% 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 8.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39% | 33.7% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 15.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 12.4% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 19.3% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 3.5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 17.8% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 8.4% | -0.4% | 33.8% | -25.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| White | 100% | 96% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 3.1% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 99.1% | 93.1% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 93.4% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lune Way was 103.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.4% higher than the Bankfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lune Way has the 24th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Bankfield and the 134th highest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Lune Way, Widnes, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2018-07-13 | £132,893 |
| 9 Lune Way, Widnes, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £71,500 | 2018-06-15 | £111,256 |
| 2 Lune Way, Widnes, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2014-11-21 | £99,076 |
| 41 Lune Way, Widnes, Halton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2014-06-06 | £149,511 |
| 9 Lune Way, Widnes, Halton Terraced, an established residential building | £82,750 | 2009-01-26 | £146,675 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 1,067 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchfield Nursery School Victoria Avenue , WA8 7TH | 3out of 4 | 2,494 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 | 3,840 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Community Primary School Edinburgh Road , WA8 8BQ | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michaels Catholic Primary School St Michael's Road , WA8 8TD | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael with St Thomas CE Primary School Spinney Avenue , Hough Green WA8 8LD | 2out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School Clincton View , WA8 8JN | 2out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ditton Primary School Liverpool Road , WA8 7HD | 1out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Chadwick Academy Liverpool Road , WA8 7HU | 4out of 4 | 644 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School Highfield Road , WA8 7DW | 3out of 4 | 1,947 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wade Deacon High School Birchfield Road , WA8 7TD | 4out of 4 | 2,403 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill High School Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY | 3out of 4 | 5,229 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halewood Academy The Avenue , Wood Road L26 1UU | 3out of 4 | 5,292 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside College Halton Kingsway , WA8 7QQ | - not rated | 2,379 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley High School Cawfield Avenue , WA8 7HG | 4out of 4 | 966 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesnut Lodge Special School Green Lane , Ditton WA8 7HF | 3out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Finch Woods Academy Bailey's Lane , Halewood L26 0TY | 3out of 4 | 4,066 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfields School Moorfield Road , WA8 3JA | 4out of 4 | 4,184 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Point College Picow Farm Road , WA7 4UN | - not rated | 4,334 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Widnes Call Centre - Staff Cafe | Royal Avenue, Widnes | 334 yd | |
| The Olive Tree by HHT at Naughtonfields | 241 Liverpool Road, Widnes | 463 yd | |
| The Orange Tree Bistro | Ashley Green, Widnes | 810 yd | |
| Cuppaccino's | 218 Liverpool Road, Widnes | 825 yd | |
| Coffee 500 | 17 St Michaels Industrial Estate, Oldgate | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blundell Arms | Hale Road, Widnes | 460 yd | |
| The Woodlands | Liverpool Road, Widnes | 474 yd | |
| The Wellington | 34 Prescot Road, Widnes | 749 yd | |
| Hough Green Social Club | Ditchfield Road, Widnes | 771 yd | |
| United Service Social Club | Prescot Road, Widnes | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grillionaire | 33 Queens Avenue, Widnes | 329 yd | |
| Hills Butty Bar | 29 Queens Avenue, Widnes | 330 yd | |
| Harry's Fish Bar | 9 Queens Avenue, Widnes | 338 yd | |
| Ditton Deli | 101a Hale Road, Widnes | 582 yd | |
| Golden Flower | 5 Alexander Drive, Widnes | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 231 Liverpool Road, Widnes | 638 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 442 Liverpool Road, Widnes | 656 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Chadwick Academy LIVERPOOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 589 yd |
| Hough Green Park Royal Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 684 yd |
| Arley Drive Playing Fields Arley Drive | grass pitches | 715 yd |
| Ashley High School CAWFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 873 yd |
| St Michaels Catholic Primary School ST MICHAELS R C PRIMARY SCHOOL ST MICHAELS R C PRIMARY SCHOOL ST MICHAELS ROAD | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Prescott Road Playing Fields Prescot Road | grass pitches | 984 yd |
| Club Fitness Ltd (Closed) Heath Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 992 yd |
| Widnes Rufc HEATH ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 993 yd |
| Chesnut Lodge School GREEN LANE | swimming pool | 996 yd |
| Optimum Fitness ST. MICHAELS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 1,063 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.