WA12 0BZ is a sought-after residential area on Holford Way, 1.2km from Newton in Makerfield in Newton-le-Willows. Administratively it sits within Newton-le-Willows East ward and the St Helens North constituency.
For serious buyers, WA12 0BZ is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 94% 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £595k.
Census 2021 statistics for WA12 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00034785 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLFORD WAY, WA12 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLFORD WAY, WA12 0BZ.
322
43
£ 42,400 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA12 0BZ 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. WA12 0BZ's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £595k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £595k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA12 0BZ. The average age is 42.7. 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
£ 487,500
2 sales · Mean £ 487,500
Semi-Detached
£ 255,000
1 sales · Mean £ 255,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA12 0BZ has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Peter's CofE Primary School
Willow Bank School
Newton-le-Willows Primary School
Hope Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Jasmine's Gifts0.8 km
- Shop & Drive0.4 km
- Bargain Booze0.8 km
- Drinkworthy Ltd0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Amans0.8 km
- The Kirkfield0.5 km
- Verona Kitchen & Bar Ltd0.7 km
- Village Pantry0.8 km
- Fika Coffee and Home0.8 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Hong Liang0.8 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Zerizza0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Riddling Rack0.9 km
- The Firkin Bar0.7 km
- The Pied Bull Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows0.4 km
- Earlestown2.0 km
- Garswood5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Waterworks Drive0.2 km
- Newton-le-Willows Station0.2 km
- Newton-le-Willows Station0.2 km
- Waterworks Drive0.2 km
- RosemarY Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA120BZ · Data under Open Government Licence