HOUSEHOLDS in Warrington have seen a rise in the amount of disposable income they have of more than £2,000 since the recession.
A report published by accountants UHY Hacker Young puts Warrington eighth in the UK in terms of the biggest increase in the past five years.
The average Warrington household now has a disposable income of £15,421 compared to a national average of £14,068.
Clr Terry O'Neill, leader of Warrington Borough Council said: "It is very evident that our local economy is bucking the national trend which is great news.
£This puts us in a strong economic position as we move out of recession.
£It is vital that we continue to encourage further economic growth and work to ensure that all Warrington residents benefit and are able to find employment."
Steve Park, managing director, Warrington & Co., Warringtonメs partnership for economic growth said: "This is further very encouraging news, more evidence reinforcing the status of Warringtonメs burgeoning economy
"Our remit at Warrington & Co. is to drive economic growth. Warrington is very exciting place to be at the moment.
"Omega is booming and in the coming months the £190 million Stadium Quarter project, the £52 million Bridge Street regeneration project will be starting on site and other projects are moving forward at a considerable pace."
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