Postcode Analysis West Lancashire, North West

TOWER HILL ROAD, WN8 0DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOWER HILL ROAD, WN8 0DS.

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Population

432

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WN8 0DS 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.

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9/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WN8 0DS combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£180k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £180k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WN8 0DS is a sought-after residential area on Tower Hill Road, 0.7km from Newgate in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Up Holland ward and the West Lancashire constituency.

For serious buyers, WN8 0DS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, 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 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00129586 (shared with 11 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 0DS. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 180,000

1 sales · Mean £ 180,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

WN8 0DS has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5
Burglary2
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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St Thomas the Martyr Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

Good218 pupils0.9 km
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Moorside Community Primary Academy School

Good264 pupils1.1 km
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Hope High School

Good90 pupils1.2 km
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Holland Moor Primary School

Good493 pupils1.3 km
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Up Holland High School

Good831 pupils1.3 km
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St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell

Good402 pupils1.5 km
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Orrell Newfold Community Primary School

Outstanding465 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Venilde & Sons0.9 km
  • Co-Operative Group Food Limited0.9 km
  • H Greaves & Son Ltd0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Plough And Harrow0.9 km
  • Britannia Inn0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Good Catch Fish & Chips0.8 km
  • Lilys Coffee and Ice Cream Bar1.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Best Western0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Shakespeare's Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • Pimbo Garden Centre0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Upholland0.8 km
  • Orrell1.8 km
  • Gathurst3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Chequer Lane0.5 km
  • Chequer Lane0.5 km