WN8 0DW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hereford Grove, 0.4km from Hall Green in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Up Holland ward and the West Lancashire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k.
Census 2021 statistics for WN8 0DW are sourced from Output Area E00129587 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEREFORD GROVE, WN8 0DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEREFORD GROVE, WN8 0DW.
353
51
£ 43,700 /yr
42%
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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WN8 0DW spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. £192k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN8 0DW. The average age is 50.7. 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
Detached
£ 192,500
2 sales · Mean £ 192,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WN8 0DW has low crime rates — 19 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
Up Holland High School
Moorside Community Primary Academy School
Orrell Holgate Academy
St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell
Holland Moor Primary School
Orrell Newfold Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Co-Operative Group Food Limited0.4 km
- Premier Convenience Upholland Store0.5 km
- R Rathbone Confectioners0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Britannia Inn0.4 km
- White Lion Hotel0.5 km
- Delph Tavern0.9 km
- Up Holland Village Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Church Of St Thomas The Martyr0.5 km
- Shakespeare's Coffee Shop0.4 km
- Beckets0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Fortuna Chinese Take Away0.5 km
- Lilys Coffee and Ice Cream Bar0.5 km
- Upholland Pizzeria0.5 km
- Bayleaf Indian Cuisine0.6 km
- Good Catch Fish & Chips0.3 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upholland1.4 km
- Orrell1.6 km
- Gathurst3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Wellcross Road0.1 km
- Wellcross Road0.1 km
- Ormskirk Road0.3 km
- Ormskirk Road0.3 km
- Alma Hill0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WN80DW · Data under Open Government Licence