Welcome to Warburton
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Warburton is a village and civil parish within the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford in Greater Manchester, England. Historically in Cheshire, Warburton lies on the south bank of the River Mersey between the borough of Warrington and Greater Manchester. In the 21st century, the village remains predominantly rural. Altrincham is the nearest town. According to the 2001 census, the parish had a population of 286.Warburton has a history of settlement stretching back to the 11th century, with the possibility of earlier habitation. There are 17 listed buildings in the village, including the timber framed Grade I Church of St Werburgh, which is at least 700 years old. Among the other listed buildings are examples of architect John Douglas' work, including the second Church of St Werburgh, built in 1883. In 2006, Time Team excavated in the lands of Moss Brow Farm in Warburton, looking for a Roman fortlet. However, no evidence of a fortlet was found and the previously identified 'punic' ditch turned out to be the remains of an 18th-century hedgerow.
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
796 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
342 (2021) |
Density |
43 people/km2 |
Mean age |
44.5 |
Ward |
Bowdon |
District |
Trafford |
Postcodes |
WA13 |
ONS ID |
E04000012 |
Council
Contact details for Warburton Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
View educational establishments in Warburton Parish. Data includes OFSTED rating and current appointed governors.
Business
Business directory listing local businesses operating within Warburton Parish.
Planning
View recent planning applications submitted for Warburton Parish.
Property
Price paid data for all property sold in Warburton Parish since 2018. Includes average prices for each property type.
Heritage
Local heritage sites, historic churches, heritage pubs plus local heritage initiatives for Warburton Parish.