WN8 0DZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Galloway Drive, 0.4km from Hall Green in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Up Holland ward and the West Lancashire constituency.
For families considering a move, WN8 0DZ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £247k, up 1.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WN8 0DZ are sourced from Output Area E00129587 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GALLOWAY DRIVE, WN8 0DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GALLOWAY DRIVE, WN8 0DZ.
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
No single demographic signal dominates WN8 0DZ — age 51, 83% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN8 0DZ. 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
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 245,000
6 sales · Mean £ 244,500
Semi-Detached
£ 200,000
1 sales · Mean £ 200,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WN8 0DZ has low crime rates — 26 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
Up Holland High School
Holland Moor Primary School
Orrell Holgate Academy
St James' Catholic Primary School Orrell
Hope High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Co-Operative Group Food Limited0.4 km
- H Greaves & Son Ltd0.9 km
- Premier Convenience Upholland Store0.5 km
- R Rathbone Confectioners0.5 km
- Venilde & Sons1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Britannia Inn0.4 km
- White Lion Hotel0.6 km
- Delph Tavern1.0 km
- Up Holland Village Club0.6 km
- The Plough And Harrow1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Church Of St Thomas The Martyr0.6 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 Bar0.4 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
- Orrell1.7 km
- Gathurst3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Wellcross Road0.1 km
- Wellcross Road0.1 km
- Ormskirk Road0.3 km
- Ormskirk Road0.3 km
- Victoria Hotel0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WN80DZ · Data under Open Government Licence