Regency Park is in Widnes and in Halton district. WA8 9PH is located in the Birchfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Halton. This postcode has been in use since 2004-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Regency Park, Widnes, WA8 9PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA8 9PF, WA8 9ZD, WA8 9SH, WA8 9SE, WA8 9WD, WA8 9AX, WA8 9PG, WA8 9SB, WA8 9PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA8 9PH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 48.9% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 50.5% | 51.1% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WA8 9PH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.4% | 27.6% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 59.8% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.9%) 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 | 65.3% | 59.3% | -6.0% | 48.4% | 10.9% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 31.6% | 5.0% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 4.5% | 5.7% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -7.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 9PH this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 7.5% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 10.2% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 15% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 7.7% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 18.5% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 39.7% | 7.2% | 33.8% | 5.9% |
| Other | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.8% | 95.5% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.2% 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% | 97.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.1% | 76.7% | 18.4% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.6% | 13.5% | -9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.3% | 37.2% | -15.9% |
| Christian | 74.2% | 46.2% | 28.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Regency Park was 13.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.3% lower than the Birchfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Regency Park has the 13th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Birchfield and the 32nd lowest crime rate of 406 local areas in Halton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Regency Park, Widnes, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2024-09-24 | £530,540 |
| 41 Regency Park, Widnes, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2024-09-12 | £494,131 |
| 27 Regency Park, Widnes, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2024-02-09 | £874,973 |
| 8 Regency Park, Widnes, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2023-12-04 | £628,311 |
| 17 Regency Park, Widnes, Halton Detached, an established residential building | £499,950 | 2023-09-18 | £550,933 |
WA8 9PH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 172 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 49 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Education | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 30 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchfield Nursery School Victoria Avenue , WA8 7TH | 3out of 4 | 1,315 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 | 1,501 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 | 3,096 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 4,308 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ditton Primary School Liverpool Road , WA8 7HD | 1out of 4 | 1,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Upton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Hough Green Road , WA8 4PG | 3out of 4 | 1,243 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Hall Lane , Cronton WA8 5DW | 3out of 4 | 1,350 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cronton Church of England Primary Academy Smithy Lane , Cronton WA8 5DF | 4out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnworth Church of England Controlled Primary School Pit Lane , WA8 9HS | 3out of 4 | 1,673 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 1,104 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School Highfield Road , WA8 7DW | 3out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wade Deacon High School Birchfield Road , WA8 7TD | 4out of 4 | 1,432 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill High School Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY | 3out of 4 | 3,763 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy Cumber Lane , Whiston L35 2XG | - not rated | 4,926 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,381 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 | 1,270 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesnut Lodge Special School Green Lane , Ditton WA8 7HF | 3out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfields School Moorfield Road , WA8 3JA | 4out of 4 | 3,177 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower College Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 3,246 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Finch Woods Academy Bailey's Lane , Halewood L26 0TY | 3out of 4 | 5,455 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 1 Lanark Gardens, Widnes | 315 yd | |
| Vinci Staff Cafe | Ditton Road (West), Widnes | 994 yd | |
| SOG Resources Catering - Heath Restaurant | Heath Business & Technical Park, Heath Road South | 994 yd | |
| BYK Staff Canteen | Moorfield Road, Widnes | 994 yd | |
| Cuppaccino's | 218 Liverpool Road, Widnes | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Observatory | Queensbury Way, Widnes | 315 yd | |
| Four Topped Oak | 2 Hough Green Road, Widnes | 614 yd | |
| Widnes Rugby Union Club | Heath Road, Widnes | 840 yd | |
| Parklands Club | 1A Parklands, Cronton | 869 yd | |
| The Tavern | 288 Upton Lane, Widnes | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Catering | Waterloo Road, Widnes | 994 yd | |
| Chestnut Lodge Supper Bar | 208-210 Liverpool Road, Widnes | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Fir Park, Widnes | 273 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Hale Road, Widnes | 994 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parklands Sports Club Chapel Lane | grass pitches | 525 yd |
| Widnes St Maries Amateur Rugby League Football Club (Closed) Brentfield | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Widnes Rufc HEATH ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 758 yd |
| Club Fitness Ltd (Closed) Heath Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 758 yd |
| Prescott Road Playing Fields Prescot Road | grass pitches | 770 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 75.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.