WN8 0AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ormskirk Road, 0.1km from Hall Green in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Up Holland ward and the West Lancashire constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WN8 0AG 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £111k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 24.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WN8 0AG are sourced from Output Area E00129572 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORMSKIRK ROAD, WN8 0AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORMSKIRK ROAD, WN8 0AG.
210
52
£ 43,700 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WN8 0AG has a significant social housing presence — 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 24.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN8 0AG. The average age is 52.4. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 105,500
8 sales · Mean £ 101,687
Detached
£ 220,000
1 sales · Mean £ 220,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WN8 0AG has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Thomas the Martyr Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Moorside Community Primary Academy School
Holland Moor Primary School
Orrell Holgate Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Co-Operative Group Food Limited0.0 km
- Premier Convenience Upholland Store0.2 km
- R Rathbone Confectioners0.2 km
- Wide Cross Service Station0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Britannia Inn0.1 km
- White Lion Hotel0.6 km
- St Teresas Catholic Club0.7 km
- Up Holland Village Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Church Of St Thomas The Martyr0.6 km
- Shakespeare's Coffee Shop0.2 km
- Beckets0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Fortuna Chinese Take Away0.2 km
- Lilys Coffee and Ice Cream Bar0.1 km
- Upholland Pizzeria0.2 km
- Bayleaf Indian Cuisine0.4 km
- Good Catch Fish & Chips0.2 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Harwoods Patisserie0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upholland1.7 km
- Orrell1.9 km
- Gathurst3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Victoria Hotel0.0 km
- Victoria Hotel0.0 km
- Mayfield Road0.2 km
- Ormskirk Road0.2 km
- Mayfield Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WN80AG · Data under Open Government Licence