47,002TOTAL POPULATION
20,050HOUSEHOLDS
3.5%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£30,680AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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WA4 POSTCODE REGION

Warrington (WA4)

The WA4 postcode area is located in the Warrington postcode town region, within the county of Cheshire, and contains a total of 1967 individual postcodes.

There are 47 electoral wards in the WA4 postcode area, including Altrincham, Frodsham, Knutsford, Lymm, Newton-Le-Willows, Runcorn, St Helens, Warrington, Widnes which come under the local authority of the Warrington Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 34% of people in WA4 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of WA4 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


The WA4 postcode is located in Warrington, Cheshire in North West England. It is a relatively new postcode and was created in the late 1990s when the postcode system was rationalised. It covers the area of Stockton Heath, Appleton Thorn, Bewsey, Woolston, Thelwall, Bruche, Lymm, Agden, Walton and Stretton.

The postcode is mainly a residential area. Stockton Heath is an affluent village which is located close to the River Mersey, the Manchester Ship Canal and the M6 motorway. It is home to a range of pubs, forests, big brand shops, cafes, restaurants and it also has a picturesque riverside walk. There are also many green spaces in and around Stockton Heath, including Oakwood Park, Hatton Lock, Old Church Meadows and numerous nature reserves.

Appleton Thorn is a small village and civil parish, located close to Lymm and Warrington, and the area is home to a number of small businesses and independent shops. It is also home to the Warrington Golf Club and a cricket club.

Bewsey is mainly a residential area and is located close to the M62 motorway and the A57 road. It also has a number of independent shops, such as a Convenience Store, Post Office and library. It also has a few schools in the area, such as Bewsey Lodge Primary School and Bewsey and Whitecross High School.

The area of Lymm is a popular destination for families as it offers picturesque walks along the canal, shops, pubs, restaurants and a local farmers' market. There are also many attractions in the area, such as Lymm Dam and the Lymm Heritage Centre.

Agden is a small area on the outskirts of Warrington, near to Appleton Thorn and Lymm. It is mainly a residential area, although there is a popular pub called ‘The Old Dukinfield' which is located close to the River Mersey.

Walton is a small village which is located close to Warrington and has a number of parks, including Walton Hall Park, which is home to a boating lake, a zip wire and other outdoor activities. It is also home to the Walton Hall and Gardens, a series of gardens which feature sculptures and animal enclosures.

Stretton is a small village which is located close to Warrington. It is mainly a residential area and also has a popular pub called The Stretton Fox. It is a popular destination for walkers as it is close to some of the country's most picturesque trails.

TheWA4 postcode is a great area for those looking for a place to live or to visit, offering a range of activities, attractions, independent businesses and green spaces.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 91%WORKING
  • 9%UNEMPLOYED

9% of people in WA4 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 34%AB
  • 48%C2/C2
  • 17%DE

According to census records, 34% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 94%WHITE
  • 6%NON-WHITE

94% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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WA4Cheshire

Cheshire

The county of Cheshire

WA4 is located in the county of Cheshire, in England.

Cheshire has a total population of 1,048,100, making it the 19th largest county in the UK.

Cheshire has a total area of 904 square miles, and a population density of 447 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Cheshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeWA4
Postal TownWarrington
MSOA NameWarrington 017
LSOA NameWarrington 017D
CountyCheshire
RegionCheshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityWarrington
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

WA4 Electoral Wards

The postal region of WA4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Antrobus
Appleton Park
Appleton Thorn
Ashton Heath
Bewsey
Bridgewater Canal
Bruche
Budworth Heath
Cobbs
Daresbury
Daresbury Delph
Dudlows Green
Dutton
Frandley
Gibb Hill
Grappenhall
Great Sankey
Hatton
Hatton
Higher Walton
Higher Whitley
Hillcliffe
Hood Manor
Howley
Keckwick
Latchford
Lower Stretton
Lower Walton
Lower Whitley
Martinscroft
Mersey
Moore
Norcott Brook
Paddington
Penketh
Pewterspear
Preston Brook
Preston on the Hill
Sankey Bridges
Stockton Heath
Stretton
Thelwall
Warrington
Westy
Whitley Reed
Wilderspool
Woolston
Wrights Green
Browse Postcodes in WA4

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (WA) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

Your views ofWA4

DMB, warrington

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

I have lived in Appleton Thorn for 32 years, and it is a very pleasant village. Easy to get into Stockton Heath and Warrington. And no crime that I am aware off. And an excellent junior school@ pre school.


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