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Penketh and Cuerdley

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About

Penketh and Cuerdley is a ward in the southern part of Warrington, covering a mix of residential and rural areas. The ward includes the suburban community of Penketh, known for its local amenities, schools, and parks, as well as the smaller village of Cuerdley, which retains a more rural character. The area is bordered by the River Mersey, providing green spaces and walking routes along its banks.

Transport links are accessible via the A57 and M62, connecting the ward to Warrington town centre and nearby cities like Liverpool and Manchester. The ward has a mix of housing, from modern developments to older properties, catering to families and commuters. Local facilities include shops, sports clubs, and community centres, with Penketh High School serving as a key educational institution. The surrounding farmland and open spaces contribute to the ward's balance of urban and rural living.

Area overview

On average Penketh and Cuerdley has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 27 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Penketh and Cuerdley is £44,696 per year. There are 6 schools in Penketh and Cuerdley: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
27
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
3.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Penketh and Cuerdley Population
9,874
Population density
706.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,382
95.02%
Other White
96
0.97%
Irish
90
0.91%
Pakistani
63
0.64%
Indian
42
0.43%
Total population: 9,874

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,137
50.41%
Owns with a mortgage
1,581
37.3%
Private landlord or letting agency
269
6.35%
Other social rented
92
2.17%
Other forms of private rent
76
1.79%
Total households: 4,239

Property prices in Penketh and Cuerdley

Based on 116 recent sales, the median property price is £269,000 in Penketh and Cuerdley area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £655,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Penketh and Cuerdley 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 Penketh and Cuerdley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached27£340,000
Semi-Detached76£262,750
Terraced13£235,000

10 years median price trend in Penketh and Cuerdley

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Penketh and Cuerdley.

Data Sources

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