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Fairfield and Howley

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About

Fairfield and Howley ward lies on the southern bank of the River Mersey in Warrington. The area includes residential neighbourhoods with Victorian terraces and post-war housing, alongside local commercial streets providing essential services. Its riverfront location historically supported industry and transport, with the Manchester Ship Canal and railway lines shaping its development. The ward contains several parks and green spaces that offer views across the water.

A notable local landmark is the Howley Suspension Bridge, a pedestrian crossing over the River Mersey with distinctive ironwork. The area is home to Victoria Park, one of the town's oldest public parks, featuring recreational facilities and a bandstand. The ward's layout reflects its industrial past, with former sites now repurposed for modern housing and community use, creating a mix of old and new architectural styles.

Area overview

On average Fairfield and Howley has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Fairfield and Howley is £39,991 per year. There are 4 schools in Fairfield and Howley: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Fairfield and Howley is home to around 11,855 people, with a population density of about 4,932.6 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
112
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
24.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Fairfield and Howley Population
11,855
Population density
4,932.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
64.28(+72%)
Public order
11.56(+14%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.78(-46%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.52(-5%)
Shoplifting
6.16(+7%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,241
77.96%
Other White
1,424
12.01%
Indian
196
1.65%
Other
178
1.5%
Pakistani
167
1.41%
Total population: 11,853

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,414
25.21%
No qualifications
1,974
20.62%
Level 3 (A level)
1,605
16.76%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,505
15.72%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,106
11.55%
Total 16+ residents: 9,575

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,677
29.36%
Owns with a mortgage
1,338
23.42%
Other social rented
1,127
19.73%
Owns outright
972
17.02%
Social rents from council
393
6.88%
Total households: 5,712

Property prices in Fairfield and Howley

Based on 148 recent sales, the median property price is £146,000 in Fairfield and Howley area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £330,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Fairfield and Howley in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Fairfield and Howley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Terraced79£157,000
Semi-Detached24£220,000
Flats39£110,000
Detached6£195,000

10 years median price trend in Fairfield and Howley

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Fairfield and Howley.

All postcodes in Fairfield and Howley

WA13SG

King Edward Street

WA13QW

Granville Street

WA13PS

Gorsey Lane

WA27EG

Battersby Lane

WA13BG

Manchester Road

WA12DA

Wellington Street

WA13TB

Orford Road

WA27RW

Norris Street

WA13SU

Rosewood Avenue

WA27BW

St Peters Way

WA12GP

Bretton Avenue

WA27DU

Greenings Court

WA12EG

College Close

WA13RH

Bibby Avenue

WA27HP

Chorley Street

WA27AR

Orford Lane

WA13PX

Elaine Street

WA27EF

Redfearn Walk

WA12LD

Spires View

WA27RX

Gorsey Lane

WA13QB

Marsh House Lane

WA12GW

Kerridge Drive

WA13RX

Padgate Lane

WA27BA

Orford Lane

WA12GR

Edale Close

WA27GE

Ryfields Village

WA12GZ

Wharf Street

WA13RU

Padgate Lane

WA12PF

Crossley Street

WA12HF

Vernon Street

WA13BB

Arnold Street

WA27SD

Cabul Close

WA13SQ

Cornwall Street

WA13QS

Granville Street

WA12JU

Farrell Street

WA13PR

Gorsey Lane

WA13AB

Manchester Road

WA13QT

Hume Street

WA27GH

Greenings Court

WA27DZ

Battersby Lane

WA27ES

Kiveton Walk

WA12HZ

Wharf Street

WA27RY

Gorsey Lane

WA13GF

Fairfield Street

WA13QZ

Marsh House Lane

WA27SB

Quebec Road

WA27SQ

Gorsey Lane

WA12DJ

Howley Lane

WA12JP

Parr Street

WA27BP

St Peters Way

WA12DS

Holmesfield Road

WA13QU

Marsh House Lane

WA12ER

St Katherines Way

WA13RT

Warwick Court

WA12GT

Grindleford Place

WA13AX

Helsby Street

WA27EL

Annie Street

WA13AG

Morley Street

WA27EZ

Dickenson Street

WA27BT

St Peters Way

WA12DE

Gibson Street

WA13FX

Weavers Fold

WA12TD

Victoria Street

WA12SY

Church Street

WA27GD

Ryfields Village

WA27HD

Forshaw Street

WA13PT

Gorsey Lane

WA13QA

Marsh Street

WA13SX

Pinewood Avenue

WA13AS

Salisbury Street

WA13SJ

Clarence Street

WA13RJ

Peacock Avenue

WA27BL

St Peters Way

WA27GF

Ryfields Village

WA13AT

Glazebrook Street

WA27BF

Chester Walk

WA12ET

St Elphins Close

WA27RQ

Oleary Street

WA12SX

Church Street

WA27EJ

Scott Street

WA27AJ

Cobden Street

WA27AL

Orford Lane

WA13RB

Manchester Road

WA13QG

Willis Street

WA12GJ

Abney Mews

WA12BW

Hall Street

WA13SE

Alexandra Street

WA13RQ

Manchester Road

WA12BX

Hall Street

WA27SF

Cabul Close

WA13RR

Terrace View

WA13ST

Briarwood Avenue

WA27SE

Cabul Close

WA13SF

Padgate Lane

WA12JT

Lord Nelson Street

WA27BZ

St Peters Way

WA13RN

Padgate Lane

WA13TA

Steel Street

WA12TN

Church Street

WA12BS

Ellesmere Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.