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Rixton and Woolston

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About

Rixton and Woolston is a ward in Warrington, located in the southern part of the town. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraces, and modern developments. It is bordered by the River Mersey to the south, providing a natural boundary and some scenic views. The ward also includes green spaces like Woolston Park, which offers recreational facilities and walking trails.

The area has good transport links, with the M6 and M62 motorways nearby, making it accessible for commuters. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community centres, catering to everyday needs. Rixton and Woolston has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on family living. The ward also has industrial areas, particularly around Woolston, contributing to local employment opportunities.

Area overview

On average Rixton and Woolston has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 45 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rixton and Woolston is £45,746 per year. There are 9 schools in Rixton and Woolston: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
45
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
3.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rixton and Woolston Population
9,211
Population density
447.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,679
94.23%
Other White
115
1.25%
Chinese
79
0.86%
Irish
66
0.72%
Pakistani
61
0.66%
Total population: 9,210

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,928
49.77%
Owns with a mortgage
1,417
36.58%
Private landlord or letting agency
271
7%
Other social rented
100
2.58%
Social rents from council
86
2.22%
Total households: 3,874

Property prices in Rixton and Woolston

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £266,000 in Rixton and Woolston area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £515,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Rixton and Woolston 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 Rixton and Woolston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached27£345,000
Semi-Detached55£248,000
Terraced11£215,000

10 years median price trend in Rixton and Woolston

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Rixton and Woolston.

All postcodes in Rixton and Woolston

WA14LQ

Dorset Way

WA13UD

Aveley Close

WA35AU

Culcheth East & Hollins Green

WA36DL

Moss Lane

WA36EE

Moat Lane

WA36HU

Manchester Road

WA14DX

Berwick Close

WA14ED

Mulberry Close

WA14BH

Bridge Lane

WA14DA

Wiltshire Close

WA14NL

Well Farm Close

WA14NE

Holes Lane

WA14NW

Barnfield Road

WA14RR

Hardwick Grange

WA35BD

Bedford Green

WA36AD

Moss Lane

WA36DU

Brook Lane

WA14AQ

New Cut Lane

WA14AW

Bridge Lane

WA14JL

Elizabeth Drive

WA14NA

Wentworth Avenue

WA14RF

Hardwick Grange

WA35AY

Dam Head Lane

WA35BL

Culcheth East & Hollins Green

WA36EW

Manchester Road

WA36LQ

Dam Lane

WA36LF

Dam Head Lane

WA14HJ

Holes Lane

WA36LG

Dam Lane

WA14AL

Hawthorne Avenue

WA14AR

Cotterill Drive

WA14BJ

Cliftonville Road

WA14NY

Laburnum Avenue

WA14QA

Tarn Court

WA14QS

Edward Gardens

WA14RW

Grosvenor Grange

WA14RZ

Woolston

WA35FQ

Glazebrook Meadows

WA36JT

Manchester Road

WA14PS

Holes Lane

WA14SR

Hardwick Grange

WA14AT

Bridge Lane

WA35DA

Bank Street

WA36EN

Moss Side Lane

WA36HD

Manchester Road

WA36LR

Marsh Brook Close

WA14PH

Warren Lane

WA14AS

Cotterill Drive

WA14DP

Maple Road

WA14EJ

Acacia Avenue

WA14RE

Chesford Grange

WA14BQ

Runnymede

WA14DQ

Suncroft Close

WA14LW

Monroe Close

WA14NX

Rosedale Avenue

WA14PQ

Hillock Lane

WA35AZ

Culcheth East & Hollins Green

WA35BH

Culcheth East & Hollins Green

WA36HG

Chapel Lane

WA36LD

Pool Road

WA14NS

Austral Avenue

WA36EP

Moss Lane

WA36LJ

Dam Lane

WA36EA

Manchester Road

WA36HY

Birch Road

Data Sources

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