Postcode Analysis West Lancashire, North West

ORMSKIRK ROAD, WN8 0AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORMSKIRK ROAD, WN8 0AG.

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Population

210

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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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.

home £111,000 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British99.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences54
Anti-social behaviour28
Burglary9
Other crime8
Vehicle crime7

school Local Schools

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St Thomas the Martyr Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

Good218 pupils0.1 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good225 pupils0.7 km
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Moorside Community Primary Academy School

Good264 pupils1.4 km
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Holland Moor Primary School

Good493 pupils1.4 km
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Orrell Holgate Academy

Good212 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Church Of St Thomas The Martyr0.6 km
  • Shakespeare's Coffee Shop0.2 km
  • Beckets0.6 km
fastfood

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

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