About Castlefields

Castlefields is a residential area located in the town of Warrington, within the county of Cheshire, England. It lies just to the north of the town centre and is easily accessible from the A56 and A50 roads. The area is primarily made up of modern housing developments, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes, many of which were built during the late 20th century. There are several local amenities, including a primary school, a community centre, and a small shopping parade offering everyday essentials. The area is well-served by public transport, with regular bus services connecting it to Warrington town centre and surrounding villages. Castlefields is situated within the WA7 postcode area and is known for its convenient location and family-friendly environment.

School Ratings in Castlefields

There are 103 schools in and around Castlefields. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Castlefields

The average property price is £209K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £106K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Castlefields

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Drugs is prevalent across Castlefields, with 39 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Castlefields

Castlefields sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Castlefields

Broadband speeds in Castlefields are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,456 sales

Average Price £209K
£200 — £54.95M
Detached £273K 1,650
Semi £165K 2,476
Terraced £106K 2,533
Flat £83K 478

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

68 Primary
11 Secondary
24 Other
St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.1 miles The Brow Community Primary School Primary 0.2 miles The Bridge School Good 0.3 miles Astmoor Primary School Primary 0.4 miles St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.4 miles Castle View Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Halton Brook Children's Centre 0.6 miles Bridgewater Park Primary School Primary 0.6 miles The Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles The Grange School All-through Good 0.6 miles Halton Lodge Children's Centre 0.8 miles Halton Lodge Nursery & Primary School Primary 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Castlefields IMD 2025

Castlefields sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
12,530 Children (0-15) 19%
41,314 Working Age 62%
16,942 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 43.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.3% 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 Castlefields 389 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Castlefields sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

174 Violence & Sexual Offences
39 Drugs
38 Public Order
26 Anti-Social Behaviour
25 Criminal Damage & Arson
24 Other Theft
15 Shoplifting
13 Vehicle Crime
11 Other Crime
8 Burglary
6 Robbery
5 Weapons
3 Theft from Person
2 Bicycle Theft
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

Runcorn East Train Station 1.7 miles
Frodsham Train Station 3.1 miles
Widnes Train Station 3.1 miles
Hough Green Train Station 3.9 miles
Sankey For Penketh Train Station 4.3 miles
Warrington West Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Halton Brook 0.6 miles Astmoor 0.6 miles Halton 0.6 miles Grange 0.9 miles Runcorn 0.9 miles Windmill Hill 1.2 miles Higher Runcorn 1.2 miles Beechwood 1.2 miles West Bank 1.4 miles Brookvale 1.4 miles Murdishaw 1.8 miles Rocksavage 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Halton
Ward Halton Lea
Constituency Weaver Vale
Parish Halton, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WA7 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Hey 1 Abbotts Close 1 Abington Walk 1 Acacia Grove 1 Actons Wood Lane 1 Adderley Close 1 Adela Road 1 Adlington Road 2 Ainley Close 1 Albany Terrace 1 Albert Street 1 Aldersey Close 1 Alexandra Grove 1 Allen Road 1 Allendale 1 Allysum Court 1 Almond Avenue 1 Ambleside Close 1 Anchor Close 1 Ann Street 1 Aragon Court 1 Arkwright Court 2 Arkwright Road 1 Arndale 1 Arthur Street 1 Ascot Avenue 3 Ash Grove 1 Ashbourne Avenue 4 Ashbrook Avenue 1 Ashbury Close 1

Postcodes in WA7 50 shown View all postcodes

WA7 1AA WA7 1AB WA7 1AF WA7 1AH WA7 1AN WA7 1AP WA7 1AQ WA7 1AT WA7 1AU WA7 1AW WA7 1BB WA7 1BD WA7 1BE WA7 1BF WA7 1BG WA7 1BH WA7 1BL WA7 1BN WA7 1BQ WA7 1BS WA7 1BT WA7 1BU WA7 1BW WA7 1BY WA7 1BZ WA7 1DB WA7 1DD WA7 1DE WA7 1DF WA7 1DG WA7 1DH WA7 1DL WA7 1DN WA7 1DP WA7 1DQ WA7 1DS WA7 1DT WA7 1DW WA7 1DX WA7 1DY WA7 1EA WA7 1EB WA7 1ED WA7 1EE WA7 1EF WA7 1EG WA7 1EH WA7 1EJ WA7 1EL WA7 1EN