About Blackwood

Blackwood is a village located in Cheshire, England, within the WA2 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Warrington and is part of the wider Runcorn and Widnes area. The village has a mix of residential properties, including traditional stone and brick houses, and is situated near open countryside and wooded areas. It is well connected by road, with access to the M6 and M56 motorways nearby, making it convenient for commuting. The area offers local amenities such as shops, schools, and community facilities, and is served by regular bus services. Blackwood is known for its peaceful environment and strong sense of community, with local events and activities taking place throughout the year. It is a practical and accessible place to live, combining rural tranquillity with modern convenience.

School Ratings in Blackwood

Blackwood is served by 129 schools. Sandy Lane Nursery and Forest School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blackwood

Property prices average £189K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £130K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blackwood

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Drugs accounts for the highest share in Blackwood, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blackwood

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blackwood falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Blackwood

Most properties in Blackwood can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,386 sales

Average Price £189K
£300 — £8.92M
Detached £315K 618
Semi £181K 1,387
Terraced £130K 1,787
Flat £101K 367

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

86 Primary
16 Secondary
27 Other
The Orchard Children's Centre Good 0.2 miles Brook Acre Community Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Padgate Academy Secondary Good 0.2 miles St Bridget's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Christ Church CofE Primary School Padgate Primary Good 0.4 miles St Oswald's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Cinnamon Brow Church of England Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Kassia Academy and Support Services Good 0.8 miles Woolston Brook School 0.8 miles Bruche Primary School Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Oakwood Avenue Community Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Blackwood IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blackwood in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
5/10
11,295 Children (0-15) 20%
36,565 Working Age 64%
12,183 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Blackwood 5 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Blackwood falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Padgate Train Station 0.5 miles
Warrington Central Train Station 1.6 miles
Birchwood Train Station 1.7 miles
Warrington West Train Station 3.2 miles
Newton-Le-Willows Train Station 3.6 miles
Sankey For Penketh Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fearnhead 0.6 miles Padgate 0.6 miles Longbarn 0.6 miles Orford 0.6 miles Cinnamon Brow 0.6 miles Houghton Green 0.6 miles Bruche 0.6 miles Paddington 0.9 miles Grange 1.2 miles Longford 1.2 miles Hulme 1.4 miles Winwick Quay 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Warrington
Ward Poulton North
Constituency Warrington North
Parish Poulton-with-Fearnhead
Region North West

Streets in WA2 30 shown View all streets

Achilles Avenue 1 Ackerley Close 2 Adam Street 1 Ajax Avenue 1 Alamein Crescent 1 Alcott Place 1 Alder Crescent 1 Alder Lane 13 Alder Root Lane 1 Allen Street 2 Ambleside Crescent 2 Amelia Street 2 Anderson Close 2 Andover Close 1 Annie Street 1 Antrim Road 1 Appleby Road 1 Appletree Grove 1 Arbury Lane 1 Armour Avenue 1 Arnhem Crescent 1 Arran Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Road 1 Ashbrook Crescent 1 Aspinall Close 1 Athlone Road 1 Austen Drive 1 Avery Close 3 Aviemore Drive 2

Postcodes in WA2 50 shown View all postcodes

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