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About

Farnworth is a residential area located in the borough of Halton, Cheshire. It is situated near the town of Widnes, with good transport links to Liverpool and Manchester. The area features a mix of housing, including terraced homes and semi-detached properties, catering to families and commuters. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services for residents.

The area is known for its proximity to the River Mersey and the Sankey Canal, offering green spaces for walking and leisure. Farnworth has a quiet, suburban feel, with a strong sense of community. Its location provides easy access to wider Halton, making it a practical choice for those working in nearby urban centres. The area retains a traditional charm while meeting modern living needs.

Area overview

On average Farnworth has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Farnworth is £50,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Farnworth: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
3.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Farnworth Population
8,699
Population density
1,770.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,280
95.19%
Other White
74
0.85%
Irish
52
0.6%
Chinese
41
0.47%
Other Asian
38
0.44%
Total population: 8,698

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,622
45.21%
Owns outright
1,506
41.97%
Private landlord or letting agency
283
7.89%
Other social rented
90
2.51%
Other forms of private rent
51
1.42%
Total households: 3,588

Property prices in Farnworth

Based on 126 recent sales, the median property price is £285,000 in Farnworth area, with individual transactions ranging from £102,000 up to £1,112,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Farnworth 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 Farnworth over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached59£373,000
Flats8£123,750
Semi-Detached42£230,000
Terraced17£225,000

10 years median price trend in Farnworth

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Farnworth.

All postcodes in Farnworth

WA89HS

Pit Lane

WA83BA

Kensington Close

WA83ET

Hampton Court Way

WA83UG

Derby Road

WA85AE

Connaught Crescent

WA89HP

Beaconsfield Crescent

WA89JB

Coroner's Lane

WA89LY

Westcliffe Court

WA89RJ

Blythe Avenue

Data Sources

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