WA12 0AN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ashton Road, 1.0km from Newton-le-Willows in Newton-le-Willows. Administratively it sits within Newton-le-Willows West ward and the St Helens North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WA12 0AN is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £119k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WA12 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00034823 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHTON ROAD, WA12 0AN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHTON ROAD, WA12 0AN.
348
41
£ 39,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
With 39% social renting, WA12 0AN is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA12 0AN. The average age is 40.8. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 119,000
1 sales · Mean £ 119,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA12 0AN has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hope Academy
St Mary's Catholic Infant School
St Mary's Catholic Junior School
Newton-le-Willows Primary School
The District CofE Primary School
St Peter's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Old Crow Public House0.8 km
- The Riddling Rack0.9 km
- The Oak Tree0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Cod Father0.5 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Crow Lane Mini Market0.9 km
- Newton Mini Mart0.9 km
- Ali Omar Stop N Shop0.4 km
- Shell Haydock0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Mamma J's1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Earlestown1.5 km
- Newton-Le-Willows1.6 km
- Garswood3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Woodlands Business Park0.1 km
- Woodlands Business Park0.1 km
- Billington Avenue0.2 km
- Mullins Avenue0.2 km
- Johnson Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA120AN · Data under Open Government Licence