WA3 in Warrington has demonstrated stronger performance than 97% of UK postcode districts, with a trajectory score of 62.6. Property prices have grown at 4.4% annually over five years, while rental yields have expanded faster at 6.7% compound annual growth. The district remains in an early gentrification phase, suggesting ongoing development potential. Population growth of 0.8% over the five-year period indicates modest demographic expansion, which typically supports housing demand. These metrics suggest WA3 exhibits characteristics associated with emerging rental and capital growth opportunities, though investors should consider broader economic factors and individual property circumstances when evaluating the district.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 4.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.7% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.8% per year
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What's changing in Warrington · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.2 points this month to 62/100, driven mainly by safety.
25 planning applications submitted in WA3 over the last six months, 1 change of use, 3 demolition.
- T1 - Sycamore - Remove around 2m from limbs to give a clearance of the building by 2.5-3m The tree is close to touching the building and blocking daylight to nearby apartments - please see attached Planewood Gardens T1 photograph 1, and Planewood Gardens T1 photograph 2Jul 2026 · Registered
- Certificate of lawful development for proposed single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatoryFeb 2026 · Unknown
- Single storey rear extension following demolition of conservatoryJan 2026 · Decided
Warrington (WA3) common questions
Is Warrington up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Warrington (WA3) as Early. Its trajectory score is 62/100 (Strong), in the top 4% of districts nationally. The score is down 1.3 points over the last 12 months.
Is Warrington safe?
Warrington has a safety score of 88/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Warrington?
The average property price in Warrington (WA3) is £260k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 4.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Warrington?
The median monthly rent in Warrington (WA3) is £765 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Warrington?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Blackburn (BB1), Leigh (WN7), Blackburn (BB2), Blackburn (BB6), Darwen (BB3). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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