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Fairfield and Howley

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About

Fairfield and Howley ward is located in the central part of Warrington, near the River Mersey. The area includes a mix of residential streets, local businesses, and green spaces like Howley Park. It is well-connected to the town centre, with walking and cycling routes along the river. The ward has a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to different needs.

Howley is known for its historic landmarks, such as Howley Hall and the former Howley Railway Station. The area has a community-focused atmosphere, with local shops, schools, and pubs serving residents. Fairfield, adjacent to Howley, features quieter residential streets and proximity to Warrington’s main transport links, including the bus station and train lines. The ward balances urban convenience with pockets of nature, making it a practical place to live.

Area overview

On average Fairfield and Howley has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 98 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 of residents in Fairfield and Howley is £38,604 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).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
98
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
24.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

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

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

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 151 recent sales, the median property price is £140,000 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
Detached3£200,000
Flats44£109,250
Semi-Detached24£215,000
Terraced80£155,000

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

WA27RX

Gorsey Lane

WA27SD

Cabul Close

WA12BW

Hall Street

WA13QN

Algernon Street

WA12ET

Ellesmere Street

WA13FX

Weavers Fold

WA13GJ

Claude Street

WA13QE

Ford Street

WA13SP

Padgate Lane

WA27BP

Scott Street

WA27EH

Chester Walk

WA27GE

Arena Gardens

WA27HW

Hardy Street

WA13BG

Kingsway North

WA13BA

Stephen Street

WA27EJ

Scott Street

WA27GB

Arena Gardens

WA27RZ

Gorsey Lane

WA12PD

Brick Street

WA12TA

General Street

WA13AP

Kingsway North

WA13NU

Kingsway North

WA13QH

Ford Street

WA13RS

Padgate Lane

WA27HP

Chester Walk

WA12BX

Hall Street

WA12DB

Wellington Street

WA12DN

Howley Lane

WA13PT

Elaine Street

WA13QJ

Matthews Street

WA13RN

Padgate Lane

WA27HL

Central Warrington

WA27AZ

Orford Lane

WA27EN

Hardy Street

WA27EU

Battersby Lane

WA27QS

O'leary Street

WA27RY

Gorsey Lane

WA12FZ

Farrell Street

WA12JP

Parr Street

WA13RH

Bibby Avenue

WA13QA

Fothergill Street

WA13TY

Oakwood Avenue

WA27AR

Clegge Street

WA27BL

St Peter's Way

WA27XE

Haydock Street

WA12JG

Lord Nelson Street

WA13AG

Morley Street

WA13AH

Dalton Bank

WA27EQ

Houghton Avenue

WA27EX

Battersby Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.