Nursing in Warrington: Studying, working, and living guide
Find out about nursing in Warrington - where nurses can find jobs, the hospitals they might work in, colleges & universities to study in, plus living information.
Warrington is a town in the borough of Cheshire and sits on the banks of the river Mersey.
It is known for its history of textiles, tools, and glassmaking.
For Nurses, Warrington could be the ideal place to live, work and study.
From cost of living and travel through to culture and nightlife, it is an end-to guide for Nurses wanting to study or work in Warrington.
Where do Nurses work in Warrington?
There are many hospitals in Warrington which have hundreds of job vacancies to employ nurses.
Warrington Hospital.
Spire Cheshire Hospital (Private Hospital).
Bath Street Health and Wellbeing Centre.
Halton General Hospital (In Runcorn).
There are also many private hospitals and care homes throughout Warrington, specialising in support for the elderly as well as young people and younger adults.
They frequently look for registered Nurses as well as carers. There are hundreds of vacancies for Nurses across multiple specialisms throughout Warrington so there is no shortage of work for anyone wishing to relocate here.
Where do aspiring Nurses study in Warrington?
For anyone wanting to become a Nurse in Warrington there are a variety of options.
The University of Cheshire offers a range of Nursing and Midwifery courses. It has a University Centre with two campuses - Remond House and Time Square in Warrington with course start dates in September.
Another option for those wanting to study nursing is to make the short journey to Manchester to study at the University of Manchester or Manchester Metropolitan University. Both have campuses across Greater Manchester.
The Manchester Metropolitan University has campuses in Birley and All Saints and is ranked fourth in the UK for nursing (The Guardian University Guide 2022).
University of Manchester also offers two campuses, one based on Oxford Road formerly known as The Victoria University of Manchester campus and another at The Sackville Street area – formerly the UMIST campus. Course start dates are available in September.
Find our nursing university guide here.
The average monthly rental cost in Warrington is £800 per a month. This is cheaper than living in Manchester.
Where do Nurses live in Warrington?
Students Nurses and Nurses live all over the city but the most popular locations in Warrington are:
Hatton.
Quiet village nestled within beautiful countryside with numerous walking and cycling trails. Popular with locals due to its good transport links and Ofsted rated Outstanding schools.
Appleton.
Great area for families with excellent shopping facilities, a variety of family styled pubs and restaurants as well as a leisure centre and golf club. It also offers four Ofsted recommended schools.
Birchwood.
Popular with professionals and students due to its excellent transport links as well as welcoming local pubs, restaurants, and high-quality schools.
Great Sankey.
Located just two miles from the centre of Warrington and a highly sought after area. Again, it offers first class transport links and outstanding schools as well as local amenities and the popular Sankey Valley Park.
What are the living costs for Nurses in Warrington?
Warrington could be an ideal place for Nurses to relocate to.
Here is a general guide to some of the different costs of living in the town of Warrington.
The average price for a home in Warrington is currently £267,000 slightly lower than the national average of £293,000.
The average rental price for a property in Warrington is £800 per month. But if you are looking to rent a room in a shared house, the average cost is just under £400.
Council tax costs vary a lot across the city. But most people across Warrington are in a Band B property or similar, which means paying £1581 a year. This works out around about £131.75 per month.
Other bills like shopping and utilities are priced the same as the rest of the UK but eating out and entertainment compare positivity.
Is travel easy in Warrington?
There are many options when it comes to travelling to and from Warrington.
Warrington offers direct train access to multiple locations with London less than two and a half hours away while Manchester can be reached within 20 minutes and Liverpool in less than half an hour.
Warrington offers quick motorway access via the M6, M56 and M53 with London less than a three-and-a-half-hour drive away.
Road travel to Manchester takes a little over 30 minutes while Liverpool is just forty minutes by road.
Regular bus services operate to all parts of Warrington, Cheshire, and the surrounding areas.
Nearby Manchester Airport offers flights all over the UK, as well as to Europe and the US.
What to do in Warrington: walks, culture, nightlife and eating out
There are lots of places to see and explore in Warrington?
Culture and attractions
One of the most popular places to visit in Warrington is Gulliver’s World Warrington Theme Park and Resort. A family-run theme park, it offers a broad selection of rides, shows and attractions for you and your family to enjoy a fun packed day out.
A delightful place to visit is Walton Hall and Gardens which offer a wide variety of exciting places to explore and incredible views while canal boats transport you to the nature and woodland trails, and flower gardens. There is even a children’s farm and play area for younger family members.
For anyone interested in art and music Warrington has many places to peruse. Warrington Museum and Art Gallery is one of the oldest museums in the country and is brimming full of rich history and vibrant art. Those of a musical persuasion should not miss Warrington Pyramid and Parr Hall which hosts live music, comedy, and dance events throughout the year.
For sports fans Warrington Town Football Club play their home games at Cantilever Park while fans of the oval ball game should head to Warrington Wolves Rugby League Club who play their home games at The Halliwell Jones Stadium.
Nightlife and eating out
Warrington has many options for nightlife such as bars, clubs, and restaurants. There is something for everyone to experience and enjoy. - no matter your interests.
Highlights include:
Las Ramblas Wine and Tapas. Known for its authentic Spanish tapas combining traditional recipes with a contemporary twist.
Institution bar. Popular bar to visit due to a wide range of cocktails, spirits, wine and prosecco choice.
Rio Brazilian Steakhouse. Ranked Number one for best restaurants in Warrington on TripAdvisor.
The Dining Room. Known for its good variety of food and friendly atmosphere.
The Brewery Tap is another place popular with locals due to its fresh food, great cocktails, and drink selection.
What are the school options in Warrington?
There are lots of options to send your children to school in Warrington.
There are 69 primary schools and 19 secondary schools and 22 independent private schools.
There are lots of school options but the school you choose to send your children in Warrington is down to personal preference.
Population and demographics in Warrington
Here are some of the stand-out populations and demographic facts.
Warrington has a population of 211,200.
The population has risen by 4% in the last ten years.
Its population density is 3,030 per square mile of Warrington.
Warrington is the largest town in the county of Cheshire.
3.3 % of the Warrington population is unemployed.
In summary: is Warrington a good place to be a Nurse?
There is something for everyone in Warrington.
It offers a range of attractions from walks around Walton Hall and Gardens to spending the day with family and friends at Gulliver’s World Warrington Theme Park.
There are lots of things to do In Warrington from lunch at local restaurants to live music events at the Warrington Pyramid and Parr Hall or watching Warrington Wolves Rugby League Club or Warrington Town Football Club.
Travel is easy, and there is plenty of work on offer and easy transport links with direct trains to many other towns and cities and excellent motorway links.
Living costs are slightly lower than the national average. Nurses earn an average of just over £28,000 per a year in Warrington.
So, your salary as a registered Nurse goes much further.
Here are a couple of examples:
As a newly qualified Nurse on an NHS Band 5 salary, if you rented a house, you would still have more than £900 left in your pocket each month for everything else. Your disposable income in the Southeast would barely reach half of this figure.
As a Band 6 Nurse, you would easily be able to borrow enough money to buy a joint mortgage for an average-priced flat in Warrington.
As a nursing student or Nurse in Warrington you will have an excellent quality of life with lots of things to do.
