About Wilderspool

Wilderspool is a suburb located in the county of Cheshire, England, within the WA4 postcode area. It lies to the south of the River Mersey and is part of the town of Warrington. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles, including Victorian and modern homes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing a convenient environment for families and residents. Transport links are accessible, with nearby train stations offering connections to larger cities such as Manchester and Liverpool. The surrounding area has various green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities. Wilderspool is also close to the cultural and commercial facilities available in Warrington, ensuring that residents have access to a wider range of services and entertainment options.

School Ratings in Wilderspool

Families in Wilderspool have access to 106 local schools. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wilderspool

Homes sell for an average of £318K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £286K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wilderspool

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Drugs is the leading concern across Wilderspool, with 39 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wilderspool

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wilderspool among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wilderspool

Wilderspool benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,780 sales

Average Price £318K
£150 — £26.12M
Detached £506K 1,838
Semi £286K 2,864
Terraced £210K 1,862
Flat £134K 796

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

69 Primary
13 Secondary
24 Other
St Thomas' CofE Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Willow Green CIO Requires Improvement 0.4 miles Stockton Heath Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Priestley College 16 plus Good 0.4 miles Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.5 miles The Cygnets Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.7 miles The Cobbs Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Monica's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Bridgewater High School Secondary Good 0.8 miles Broomfields Junior School Primary Good 0.8 miles Latchford St James CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wilderspool IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wilderspool experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
11,428 Children (0-15) 17%
41,539 Working Age 62%
18,643 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% 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 Wilderspool 368 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Wilderspool is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

174 Violence & Sexual Offences
39 Drugs
38 Public Order
27 Anti-Social Behaviour
26 Shoplifting
16 Criminal Damage & Arson
13 Other Theft
12 Vehicle Crime
7 Burglary
6 Other Crime
5 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
2 Robbery
Local Policing
Cheshire Latchford East Visit force website →
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

Warrington Central Train Station 1.4 miles
Padgate Train Station 2.5 miles
Warrington West Train Station 2.8 miles
Sankey For Penketh Train Station 3.1 miles
Birchwood Train Station 3.5 miles
Runcorn East Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stockton Heath 0 yards Latchford 0.6 miles Hillcliffe 0.6 miles Cobbs 0.6 miles Westy 0.9 miles Lower Walton 0.9 miles Howley 1.2 miles Appleton Park 1.2 miles Higher Walton 1.4 miles Warrington 1.4 miles Dudlows Green 1.4 miles Wrights Green 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Warrington
Ward Latchford East
Constituency Warrington South
Parish Warrington, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WA4 30 shown View all streets

Abbotsfield Close 1 Abbotsford Gardens 1 Ackers Lane 1 Ackers Road 5 Acton Avenue 2 Adamson Close 2 Adamson Street 1 Albert Road 2 Alderley Road 2 Alexandra Road 3 Algernon Street 1 All Saint's Drive 2 Amberleigh Close 1 Antony Road 1 Appleford Close 1 Appleton Hall Gardens 1 Archer Avenue 1 Arley Avenue 1 Arley Road 10 Arnside Grove 1 Ascot Close 1 Ash Acre Meadows 3 Ash Grove 1 Ash Lane 1 Ashberry Drive 2 Ashford Drive 1 Ashley Close 1 Astley Close 2 Astor Drive 1 Australia Lane 2

Postcodes in WA4 50 shown View all postcodes

WA4 1AA WA4 1AB WA4 1AD WA4 1AE WA4 1AF WA4 1AG WA4 1AH WA4 1AJ WA4 1AP WA4 1AS WA4 1AT WA4 1AU WA4 1AW WA4 1AX WA4 1AY WA4 1AZ WA4 1BA WA4 1BB WA4 1BD WA4 1BE WA4 1BF WA4 1BG WA4 1BH WA4 1BJ WA4 1BN WA4 1BP WA4 1BQ WA4 1BS WA4 1BT WA4 1BU WA4 1BW WA4 1BX WA4 1BY WA4 1BZ WA4 1DA WA4 1DB WA4 1DD WA4 1DE WA4 1DF WA4 1DH WA4 1DJ WA4 1DL WA4 1DN WA4 1DP WA4 1DQ WA4 1DR WA4 1DT WA4 1DU WA4 1DW WA4 1DX