WA10 4HZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rivington Road, 0.7km from West Park in St Helens (St. Helens). Administratively it sits within West Park ward and the St Helens South and Whiston constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £90k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 127.3% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WA10 4HZ are sourced from Output Area E00034868 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RIVINGTON ROAD, WA10 4HZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIVINGTON ROAD, WA10 4HZ.
243
44
£ 37,300 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA10 4HZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 44, WA10 4HZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £90k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 127.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA10 4HZ. The average age is 43.6. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 90,000
2 sales · Mean £ 90,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA10 4HZ has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Devon Street
Queen's Park CofE/Urc Primary School
St Mary & St Thomas' CofE Primary School
De La Salle School
Rivington Primary School
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Launchpad Centre
Cowley International College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- The Glassblower0.4 km
- Cricketers Arms0.7 km
- The New Talbot Alehouse0.9 km
- Turks Head1.0 km
- Eccleston Bowling Club0.4 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- GDK0.9 km
- Momo's Cafe CIC1.0 km
- Shere Khan Restaurant and Takeaway0.9 km
- Cafe Laziz0.7 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Chans0.4 km
- Newtown Fish Bar0.3 km
- Kebab Kings0.9 km
- British Raj Express0.2 km
- Chipmunk0.4 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Lidl0.9 km
- West Park Go Local0.6 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Asda0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Bread and Wine Convenience Store0.9 km
- International Mini Market0.9 km
- College Shop1.0 km
- Kilgallon Butchers0.2 km
- Rivington Wines0.2 km
- + 11 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Helens0.7 km
- St Helens Central1.7 km
- Thatto Heath2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hewitt Avenue0.0 km
- School0.0 km
- School0.1 km
- Grafton Street0.1 km
- Grafton Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WA104HZ · Data under Open Government Licence