WN8 0AL is a sought-after residential area on Ormskirk Road, 0.2km from Newgate in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Up Holland ward and the West Lancashire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WN8, WN8 0AL offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 89% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £149k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for WN8 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00129585 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORMSKIRK ROAD, WN8 0AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORMSKIRK ROAD, WN8 0AL.
294
47
£ 43,700 /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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. WN8 0AL's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £149k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN8 0AL. The average age is 46.5. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 159,000
1 sales · Mean £ 159,000
Terraced
£ 140,000
1 sales · Mean £ 140,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WN8 0AL 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
Moorside Community Primary Academy School
Holland Moor Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Hope High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Venilde & Sons0.6 km
- Co-Operative Group Food Limited0.5 km
- H Greaves & Son Ltd0.6 km
- Premier Convenience Upholland Store0.7 km
- R Rathbone Confectioners0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Plough And Harrow0.6 km
- Britannia Inn0.6 km
- White Lion Hotel0.9 km
- Up Holland Village Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Beckets1.0 km
- Church Of St Thomas The Martyr0.9 km
- Shakespeare's Coffee Shop0.6 km
- Winners not Sinners with Casa Dees0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Bayleaf Indian Cuisine0.9 km
- Good Catch Fish & Chips0.3 km
- Velvets0.9 km
- Fortuna Chinese Take Away0.7 km
- Lilys Coffee and Ice Cream Bar0.6 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upholland1.4 km
- Orrell2.1 km
- Gathurst3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Dearden Way0.0 km
- Dearden Way0.1 km
- Millgreen Close0.2 km
- Millgreen Close0.2 km
- Ormskirk Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WN80AL · Data under Open Government Licence