WA9 1BL is an up-and-coming urban area on Dudley Place, 0.3km from Finger Post in St Helens (St. Helens). Administratively it sits within St Helens Town Centre ward and the St Helens South and Whiston constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WA9 1BL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 129 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £40k, 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 WA9 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00034854 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DUDLEY PLACE, WA9 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUDLEY PLACE, WA9 1BL.
233
36
£ 30,000 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA9 1BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 71% of tenure in WA9 1BL — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA9 1BL. The average age is 36.3. 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
Terraced
£ 40,000
1 sales · Mean £ 40,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WA9 1BL is above average at 129 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Merton Bank Primary School
Allanson Street Primary School
Mill Green School
St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy
Lansbury Bridge School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Parish Church of England Primary School, St Helens
Launchpad Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Greggs Ltd0.3 km
- Premier1.0 km
- Slimming World - Angela McManus1.0 km
- SMP Supplements and Food0.5 km
- M&S Late Shop0.9 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Queens Arms Hotel0.3 km
- The Alfred Public House0.9 km
- The Royal Alfred0.9 km
- Union Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Cafe Millais1.0 km
- KG's Street kitchen0.5 km
- La Casa Vieja1.0 km
- Park Road Cafe0.6 km
- Pat's Cafe0.4 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.4 km
- Go Local Extra0.4 km
- Lidl0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Broad Oak Fish Bar0.9 km
- Andie's0.6 km
- Don Mario Pizza0.3 km
- Gelato Royale Express0.6 km
- Vindialoo0.6 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Helens Central0.9 km
- St Helens1.9 km
- St Helens Junction2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Parr Stocks Road0.1 km
- Sorogold Street0.2 km
- Johnson Street0.2 km
- Pocket Nook Street0.2 km
- Langtree Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA91BL · Data under Open Government Licence