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About

Norton is a residential area located in Halton, Cheshire. It is situated near the town of Runcorn and is known for its mix of housing, including detached homes, semis, and terraced properties. The area has good transport links, with easy access to the M56 motorway and local bus routes connecting to nearby towns.

Norton has several local amenities, including shops, pubs, and schools, making it a practical place for families. The nearby Norton Priory Museum & Gardens offers green space and historical interest. The area is mostly quiet, with a community-focused atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Norton has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 97 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 28.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Norton is £33,800 per year. There are 5 schools in Norton: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
97
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
28.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Norton Population
6,452
Population density
3,187 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,064
93.96%
Other White
140
2.17%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
37
0.57%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
31
0.48%
Irish
29
0.45%
Total population: 6,454

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
863
30.03%
Owns outright
791
27.52%
Owns with a mortgage
663
23.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
335
11.66%
Social rents from council
128
4.45%
Total households: 2,874

Property prices in Norton

Based on 46 recent sales, the median property price is £152,000 in Norton area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £300,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Norton 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 Norton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£220,000
Flats4£143,500
Semi-Detached14£150,000
Terraced16£130,000

10 years median price trend in Norton

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

All postcodes in Norton

WA76RA

Chetton Drive

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.