WA12 is a postcode district in St. Helens, North West, covering 642 active and 209 retired postcodes.
The largest share of WA12 (13%) is characterised by a transitioning industrial area — historically working class, gradually changing, alongside a settled suburban family area with high owner-occupation and stability (12%). This mix of 8 distinct neighbourhood types makes WA12 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in WA12 are around £195k, down 8.2% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across WA12 at 281 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 40 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full WA12 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
WA12 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the WA12 postcode area.
25,361
40
£ 36,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 60% owner-occupation and average age 40, WA12 has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £195k. Property prices are trending down 8.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Newton-le-Willows Primary School
Lyme Community Primary School
Wargrave CofE Primary School
The District CofE Primary School
St Peter's CofE Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Junior School
St Mary's Catholic Infant School
Willow Bank School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Murco
- Earlestown Premier Butchers
- Newton Le Willows Service Station
- Sandwiches and Snacks Ltd
- Spar
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Newton Le Willows Conservative & Unionist Club
- Newton Le Willows Sports Club
- Nine Arches
- Stocks Tavern
- Earlestown Viaduct Sports and Social Club
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Alanya Shawarma
- Ariete
- Dragon & Phoenix
- Forum Cafe
- McDonald's
- + 26 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Fishician
- Lucky Jade
- Meadow Barbeque
- Montanas
- Newton Pizza
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Heron Frozen Foods
- NISA Local
- Tesco
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Area Profile: WA12 · Data under Open Government Licence