WA12 0AB is a safe, established residential area on Ashton Road, 0.5km from Newton in Makerfield in St. Helens. Administratively it sits within Newton-le-Willows East ward and the St Helens North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WA12, WA12 0AB offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k.
Census 2021 statistics for WA12 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00034778 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHTON ROAD, WA12 0AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHTON ROAD, WA12 0AB.
316
44
£ 42,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA12 0AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WA12 0AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £350k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA12 0AB. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 271,500
3 sales · Mean £ 282,583
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA12 0AB has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hope Academy
St Peter's CofE Primary School
Newton-le-Willows Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Infant School
St Mary's Catholic Junior School
The District CofE Primary School
Wargrave CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Jasmine's Gifts0.3 km
- Shop & Drive0.9 km
- Bargain Booze0.3 km
- Crow Lane Mini Market0.8 km
- Drinkworthy Ltd0.4 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Old Crow Public House0.8 km
- The Riddling Rack0.2 km
- The Oak Tree0.2 km
- The Firkin Bar0.4 km
- The Pied Bull Hotel0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Amans0.3 km
- The Kirkfield0.7 km
- Verona Kitchen & Bar Ltd0.4 km
- Village Pantry0.3 km
- Goya Bistro0.3 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Hong Liang0.3 km
- Subway0.3 km
- Zerizza0.3 km
- The Cod Father0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows0.9 km
- Earlestown1.3 km
- Garswood4.6 km
Bus Stops
- The Parchments0.1 km
- Cobden Street0.2 km
- The Avenue0.3 km
- Hope Academy0.3 km
- Pleasance Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA120AB · Data under Open Government Licence